Registered Manager. Job in Croydon Education & Training Jobs in London

Our client offers top-tier Residential Children and Young People's residential Services, designed to be intuitive and tailored to the individual needs of our residents, local authorities, and the entire community. Every staff member is committed to achieving this goal by upholding our core values of service, quality, equality, and partnership.

The successful residential manager must possess:

• Level 3 in Residential Childcare and Level 5 in Leadership and Management (Essential)
• Supervisory experience within an Ofsted-rated Children's Home (Essential)

The aim of this role is to:

• Shape the future of residential homes and services, driving innovation and excellence with a passionate team.
• Champion the support of children aged 8 to 18 who face complex behavioural, emotional, and social challenges, putting their unique needs at the heart of everything you do.
• Deliver exceptional care services that not only meet the needs of residents but also advocate for their overall well-being and happiness.
• Inspire and lead your team with dynamic, motivational leadership, fostering a positive and empowering work environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage Referrals: Oversee the intake of referrals from various sources and maintain full occupancy.
• Service Development: Create and implement a development plan for high-quality clinically informed practice.
• Clinical and Medication Practices: Ensure compliance with legislation for clinical and medication processes.
• Health and Safety: Guarantee safe working practices according to Health and Safety regulations.
• Risk and Needs Assessment: Regularly review and update risk and needs assessments for residents.
• Support and Transition Services: Provide top-notch support and transition services aligned with local authority specifications.
• Professional Conduct: Ensure staff always demonstrate professional ethics and behaviour.
• Service Coordination: Act as a focal point for advice, support, and coaching for staff.
• Environment Maintenance: Maintain a clean, safe environment and address repair issues promptly.
• Regulatory Liaison: Liaise with regulatory organisations to ensure proper home management.
• Financial and Administrative Compliance: Adhere to financial procedures and budget constraints.
• Safeguarding: Protect children and young people through sound management and collaboration.
• Staff Support: Assist in managing, appraising, supervising, and training staff.
• Recruitment and Training: Involved in staff recruitment, vetting, interviewing, and induction.
• On-Call System: Participate in the on-call system.
• Team Management: Manage Support Workers and Support Assistants.
• Partnerships and Compliance: Develop relationships with partners and commissioners, ensuring contract compliance.
• Inclusion Opportunities: Promote participation of children and young people in home activities and decision-making.
• Legislation Compliance: Ensure the home operates in line with relevant legislation and standards.

Qualifications:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management, Children & Young People's Services, or equivalent.
• Recent experience relevant to residential care within the last five years.
• Experience supervising, managing, or mentoring professional staff.
• Sound knowledge of Children Homes regulations including Quality Standards, The Children's Homes (Amendment) Regulations 2011, Care Standards Act 2000, Ofsted and related legislation, and policies and procedures.

Commutable from Croydon, London, Sutton, Bromley, Wimbledon, Kingston upon Thames, Greenwich, Epsom, Redhill, Reigate, Richmond, Chiswick, Leatherhead, Orpington, Biggin Hill, Stratford.