At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a children's home and inspire a team to provide exceptional care.
- Company: St Elizabeths, a charity with over 120 years of experience in specialist care.
- Benefits: £5,000 joining bonus, competitive salary, generous holiday, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Join a supportive team in a beautiful Hertfordshire setting.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children and young people.
- Qualifications: Experience managing an Ofsted-registered home and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 42131 - 51493 £ per year.
Registered Manager - Children's Services
£5,000 JOINING BONUS AVAILABLE!
Salary: £47,985 rising to £54,705/£57,554 upon successful registration
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Shape futures and make a difference by leading outstanding care. At St Elizabeth's, we support children and young people with epilepsy, learning disabilities, autism and diverse health needs to live fulfilled, meaningful lives. Set within 60 acres of beautiful Hertfordshire countryside, our charity has been delivering specialist care, education and support for over 120 years.
We are seeking two experienced and inspirational Registered Managers to lead our established Ofsted-registered children's homes and play a key role within our Residential Leadership Team. If you are an experienced Registered Manager looking to influence practice, develop teams and deliver exceptional outcomes for children, we would love to hear from you.
As Registered Manager, you will:
- Lead an Ofsted-registered children's home.
- Manage and develop a team of Deputy Managers, Senior staff and Care & Support Workers.
- Drive high-quality, child-centred care that promotes independence, wellbeing and positive outcomes.
- Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead across both homes.
- Lead on Ofsted compliance, quality assurance, inspections and continuous improvement.
- Build strong relationships with families, local authorities, commissioners and safeguarding partners.
You understand what outstanding looks like not just on paper, but in the everyday experiences of children and young people.
Proven experience managing an Ofsted-registered children's home.
A deep understanding of safeguarding, quality standards, and reflective leadership.
A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (and ideally a Level 5 Leadership qualification, or willingness to complete).
Strong knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.
Excellent communication, organisational, and relationship-building skills.
You’ll share our belief that every child deserves a joyful, aspirational, and compassionate place to call home.
£5,000 joining bonus (£2,500 upon commencement of employment and a further £2,500 following 12 months service)
~27 days holiday + bank holidays
~50% uplift for weekend overtime
~ Free on-site parking and DBS
~ Blue Light Card discounts and discounted gym membership at Manor of Groves
~ Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing platform
Inclusion & Safeguarding: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and young adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.
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