Registered Manager in Dudley

Dudley Full-Time On-site

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Want to make a difference in a young person's life? Join Salutem in supporting people to live the life they love!

Salutem Care and Education have services across England and Wales supporting adults and children in residential and educational environments.

Individuals we support become part of a Salutem family, where they can be themselves, thrive, and love the life they live. We are immensely proud of the part we play in creating meaningful days and fulfilled lives for everyone at Salutem, and that includes those who work for us. The opportunities and prospects really are limitless, and that’s why you should consider becoming part of our family.

We’re looking for an experienced Children’s Home Manager to lead the team and support with the opening of a brand-new service in Sedgley. The service will provide care and support for children and young people. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of the children and young people we support.

This role will allow the successful candidate to mould, drive and develop the children’s home and take it to outstanding. In return we are offering a fantastic support structure, training and remuneration package for the successful applicant who can demonstrate the behaviours and values we present across our organisation.

Key Responsibilities include:

Responsible for all aspects of staff recruitment, effective deployment of staff/bank and Agency workers across the service, referrals, admissions and care practice.
Ensure the service delivers at a high level to meet the young people’s needs and can provide quantitative and qualitative data to evidence the outcomes achieved by young people.
Ensures the service meets and complies with all regulatory and statutory requirements as a minimum. Deliver the service to meet all contractual standards of placing authorities and where possible exceed the standards.
To support and directly line manage the team with delegated responsibility to the Home’s senior management team.
To ensure efficient and effective administrative and electronic systems are in place and being used to meet obligations for recording and reporting to comply with both Pathway’s and Ofsted’s reporting standards.
Ensure the service performs within budget and at a level to achieve the highest Ofsted inspection rating, supporting a programme of continuous business improvement.
With the support of the Regional Manager, responsible for the forward vision, strategic planning and generation of a pipeline of continuous business, building up and maintaining a sound reputation for the Home.
To ensure systems are in place to audit the quality of the care provision against nationally agreed standards of quality, Ofsted and regional Local Authority consortia. Working closely with the Regional Manager and the Director of Quality and Compliance.
Ensure the service provides a child-centred and child-focussed environment where appropriate detailed assessments (care plans, risk assessments etc.) and programmes of activity are undertaken to meet the core needs of each young person. Ensure the delivery of detailed care planning, regular monitoring and review takes place.
To ensure all staff fully understand their roles in the context of supporting young poeple with SEBD within a residential care environment. To ensure regular and effective meetings are maintained to enhance and develop integrated care and education practices. Ensure effective communication and team working and the operation of the key worker role.

Professional Qualifications:

Recognised Social Work qualification or a professional qualification relevant to working with children at least at level 4.
Qualification in management to at least at level 4 in Leadership and Management (LMCS)
For persons undertaking a qualification after January 2011, the relevant qualification will be level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services.

At Salutem, you’re not just a care worker - you’re a supportive healthcare professional, an ambitious worker, a loyal colleague, a unique and transparent individual who provides engaging and meaningful experiences for the people we support.

As a valued member of our family, we offer:

COVID-19 Vaccination
Key Worker status
Competitive rates of pay dependant on experience.
Wagestream - our financial planning app, making it easier to access and manage your finances and allowing you to access up to 30% of your pay throughout the month as and when you need it.
Training/Qualification Opportunities –In addition to the company induction, you will also receive bespoke specialist training that reflects the needs of the service and your personal development.
Internal progression opportunities - We're committed to supporting your learning and upskilling, and will support you to reach your full potential and progress in your career with us.
Induction – You will undertake a bespoke induction programme tailored to your specific job role and will complete training through a blended learning approach
Perkbox – We have a great employee benefits platform called Perkbox, this includes over 200 different exclusive perks and discounts such as cinema tickets, flights/holidays, theme parks, days out plus much more!
Employee Support Helpline – You will have access to a private and confidential employee support helpline, covering a wide range of topics including financial advice, health and well-being and more. This is all available 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
Pension