At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the setup of a new children's home and create a nurturing environment.
- Company: Forward-thinking children's care organisation with a focus on values and support.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, professional development, and employee perks.
- Other info: Join at the start of an exciting project with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while building your own team.
- Qualifications: Experience in children's residential care and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 50000 £ per year.
- Registered Manager – Children's Home Location: King's Lynn
- Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
I am working in partnership with a well-established and forward-thinking children's care organisation to recruit an experienced Registered Manager for a brand-new 3-bed children's residential home in the King's Lynn area.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced children's residential care professional to join the organisation at the beginning of a new project and play a key role in setting up, registering and launching the home.
You will have the opportunity to build your own team, establish the culture and standards of the home, and create a safe, nurturing environment where children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) can develop, achieve and prepare for adulthood.
About the Role
- Leading the set-up and Ofsted registration of the new children's home.
- Recruiting, developing and leading your own residential childcare team.
- Providing strong, values-led leadership and creating a positive team culture.
- Ensuring the home operates in accordance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
- Maintaining a safe, supportive and nurturing environment for children and young people.
- Promoting positive outcomes, independence and personal development for the children in your care.
- Working closely with the Regional Manager/RI to monitor quality, performance and continuous improvement.
- Building strong working relationships with local authorities, social workers, education professionals and other key stakeholders.
- Ensuring safeguarding procedures are consistently followed and embedded throughout the home.
- Supporting the development of effective care planning, risk management and recording processes.
About You
- Previous experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager within a children's residential setting.
- A strong understanding of Ofsted requirements, Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and the Quality Standards.
- A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or be actively working towards this qualification.
- Experience leading and developing a team within a children's residential care environment.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- A confident, approachable and inspirational leadership style.
- A genuine passion for safeguarding and improving the lives of children and young people.
- Experience of setting up or registering a new children's home would be advantageous, although candidates with strong residential childcare management experience are encouraged to apply.
What's on Offer?
This role offers the opportunity to be involved in a brand-new children's home from the very beginning, giving you genuine scope to influence the culture, team and quality of the service.
- £45,000 – £50,000 salary, depending on experience.
- Bonus opportunities.
- The opportunity to lead and develop a brand-new children's home.
- Professional development and career progression opportunities.
- Support from an experienced Regional Manager and Responsible Individual.
- Employee benefits package, including Medicash, Perkbox, additional annual leave, life insurance and critical illness cover.
- Company pension.
- Free parking.
- Health and wellbeing support.
- Referral programme.
- Store discounts.
- A supportive and values-driven working environment.
Safeguarding & DBS Safeguarding is central to this position.
The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and will be expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding children and young people.
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Registered Manager - Children's in King's Lynn employer: Health Recruit Network
Join a compassionate and dedicated team at our well-established children's residential home in Plymouth, where you can lead with purpose and make a significant impact on the lives of young people. We offer a supportive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing, continuous professional development, and the opportunity to manage a service rated 'Good' by Ofsted. With competitive salary packages, a company pension, and a focus on health and wellbeing, this role is perfect for those looking to grow their career while making a difference.
