Suffolk County Council is actively recruiting a Registered Children's Home Manager with a passion for driving positive change for young people in our care. Beccles Children's Home is a mixed‑gender home for up to 4 children aged 11‑17 who may experience social, emotional, and mental health difficulties and who may have suffered from severe trauma. We provide support to help the children achieve the best possible outcomes in all aspects of their lives, including education, health, and social and recreational activities, and support them to build positive and appropriate relationships.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Children’s Home to achieve the best outcomes for children and young people.
- Ensure safeguarding and risk management, maintaining compliance with Ofsted and statutory regulations.
- Recruit, supervise, and develop staff to deliver high‑quality care and support.
- Oversee quality assurance, complaints, and accurate reporting for continuous improvement.
- Build strong partnerships with families, agencies, and the wider community to enhance service delivery.
- Provide coverage and manage the out‑of‑hours on‑call service based in the grounds of the home.
Qualifications & Experience
- Worked at least two years in a position relevant to the residential care of children within the last five years.
- Worked for at least one year in a role requiring the supervision and management of staff working in a care role.
- Must have or be willing to work towards gaining a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare.
- Must be flexible to undertake on‑call duties.
- Must have experience within the EBD sector.
- Must hold a Full UK Driving Licence with access to your own transport.
Benefits
- Up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro‑rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days.
- Membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
- Travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits.
- Performance‑related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost‑of‑living pay increase.
- Training and encouragement to expand your knowledge.
- A variety of career development opportunities across our organisation.
- Diverse and active staff networks.
- Flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.
As a Registered Children’s Home Manager in Beccles Children’s Home, you'll see the direct impact of your work on the people and places that make Suffolk special. Join us and turn your passion for progress into action.
