Registered Manager - Children's Care Home - Dual Site in London

Our client is a market leader within the care industry, working with 43 local authorities and county councils, providing direct services to HM Government Home Office. They specialise in providing best-in-class residential care for children and young people who have complex needs, creating a safe and nurturing environment that enables positive relationships and progress in all areas of development.

Our client is currently looking to recruit a Dual Registration Children's Care Home Manager to oversee 2 Care Homes based in East London (E11).

JOB OUTLINE

• To be responsible for shaping and delivering the residential homes and managing the team to achieve the same.
• To support children aged from 8 to 18 years old who have complex behavioural, emotional, and social difficulties, focusing on the needs of each child.
• To provide high quality care services that support the needs of the residents and advocate for their wellbeing.
• To provide strong, motivational leadership to staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To have overall responsibility for managing referrals into the service from various sources and maintaining full occupancy.
• To produce a development plan for the service ensuring the delivery of high quality, clinically informed practice.
• To ensure all clinical practices and medication processes within the home are conducted in line with legislation.
• To ensure that safe working practices are always employed by all staff in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work legislation.
• To ensure all children and young people in residence have their risk and needs assessed, with regular reviews and updates.
• To ensure high quality support and transition services are provided to young people in line with service specifications and placement plans required by relevant local authorities.
• To ensure professional ethics and behaviour are demonstrated by all staff.
• To actively co-ordinate the service provision and be a focal point for support, advice, and coaching to all staff within the home.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment; ensure the physical state of the building is maintained to a high standard and that all repair/maintenance problems are dealt with promptly.
• To be accountable for liaising with regulatory organisations regarding the management of the home.
• To ensure the company's financial and administrative procedures are adhered to and work within a set budget.
• To safeguard children and young people through sound management strategies, collaborative working with external agencies and emergency services, and compliance with local authority safeguarding procedures.
• To support staff in achieving the highest standards of care for all residents.
• To assist in the management, appraisal, supervision, and support of all residential staff.
• To co-ordinate and monitor casework and administrative functions, including rotas of the home and evaluate standards of performance.
• To ensure the home operates in accordance with legislations, standards, and guidance e.g., Children’s Homes Regulations including Quality Standards 2015, Children Act 1989, The Children’s Home (Amendment) Regulations 2011, and Care Standards Act 2000.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Qualifications are essential, i.e., Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management, Children & Young People’s Services, or equivalent, or a willingness to undertake training within 6 months of commencement of employment.
• At least two years’ experience relevant to residential care within the last five years.
• At least one year of experience supervising and managing professional staff.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of Children Homes regulation including Quality Standards 2015, The Children’s Homes (Amendment) Regulations 2011, Care Standards Act 2000, Ofsted and related legislation, and policies and procedures.

BENEFITS

• 31 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays).
• Welcome Bonus for New Starters.
• Relocation package.
• Company Car.
• Birthday Treats - Receive a £100 birthday gift each year.
• Employee Referral Bonus - Earn £250 when you refer someone who joins and another £250 when they pass probation.
• Long Service Recognition - Enjoy a £50 reward on your 3-year anniversary, £100 at 5 years, and a fully paid weekend getaway to mark your 10-year milestone.
• Pension with NEST Pensions.
• Access to Sage Employee Benefits.
• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program.
• 24/7 access to an OnDemand GP Service.
• Enrolment and funding to required qualification(s).