At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dedicated team to provide high-quality care for children with learning disabilities.
- Company: Reputable organisation known for its child-centred approach in residential childcare.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Join a flagship home with excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while leading a passionate team.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager in residential childcare.
The predicted salary is between 46202 - 52100 £ per year.
Our client has a long-standing reputation for providing high-quality residential childcare services across the North East, supporting children and young people aged 8-18. Their therapeutic, child-centred approach helps young people overcome challenges and achieve positive outcomes. This opportunity is based within the organisation's flagship four-bed children's home, supporting children with learning disabilities, including autism. The successful candidate will join a well-established team and play a key role in maintaining the home's high standards of care.
The Role
As Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership, management and development of the home, ensuring outstanding care is delivered in line with safeguarding legislation, Ofsted regulations and the organisation's values. You'll lead a dedicated team including a Deputy Manager, Senior Residential Childcare Workers and Residential Childcare Workers, creating a positive, therapeutic environment where children can thrive. This is a fantastic opportunity for either an experienced Registered Manager or an ambitious Deputy Manager ready to take the next step into registration.
Key Responsibilities
- Care for Children
- Deliver high-quality, child-centred care that promotes positive outcomes
- Ensure safeguarding procedures and best practice are consistently maintained
- Create a safe, nurturing and therapeutic home environment
- Leadership
- Lead, motivate and develop the home's staff team
- Support and coach Deputy Managers, Seniors and Residential Childcare Workers
- Promote a positive culture in line with the organisation's values
- Home Management
- Oversee the smooth day-to-day running of the home
- Maintain compliance with Ofsted regulations, Children's Homes Regulations and National Minimum Standards
- Monitor quality assurance, record keeping and home maintenance
- Manage the home's budget and resources effectively
- Team Management
- Supervise, support and develop staff through regular supervisions and appraisals
- Work alongside HR to coordinate training and professional development
- Ensure staffing levels and rotas meet the needs of the home
