Job Description
Job Title: Registered Manager
Location: Formby
Salary: £50,596-£56,759
About the Role:
We’re looking for a compassionate, skilled, and driven Registered Manager to lead our children’s residential care home. Reporting to the Children’s Service Lead, your primary responsibility will be to create a safe, nurturing environment where children and young people can thrive and reach their full potential. You will oversee all aspects of the home, managing a dedicated team, ensuring regulatory compliance, and safeguarding the wellbeing of every child in our care.
Key Responsibilities:
* Leadership and Management:
* Lead and manage the home, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and legislation.
* Develop staff skills and manage all people-related matters, including recruitment and performance.
* Maintain a positive and supportive environment that maximizes staff potential.
* Care Delivery:
* Provide high-quality, therapeutic care and advocacy for children and young people.
* Ensure the staff team is equipped to deliver the highest standards of care.
* Governance and Compliance:
* Oversee regulatory inspections, ensuring standards align with Ofsted requirements.
* Implement robust care and medication practices, safeguarding procedures, and comprehensive record-keeping.
* Partnerships and Collaboration:
* Work closely with local authorities, parents, and other stakeholders.
* Actively participate in Nugent’s leadership meetings and operational management discussions.
* Safeguarding and Health & Safety:
* Act as the designated safeguarding lead, responding to concerns immediately.
* Ensure health and safety guidelines are followed, and that the premises are secure and well-maintained.
What We’re Looking For:
Qualifications:
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (essential).
Experience:
* Significant experience working with young people in residential care (essential).
* Proven supervisory and management experience within children’s residential care (essential).
Skills and Knowledge:
* Strong knowledge of child development, Children’s Homes Regulations (2015), and therapeutic interventions.
* Ability to lead a team, manage challenging behaviour positively, and provide high-quality care and advocacy.
* Excellent communication skills, strong IT proficiency, and experience in preparing accurate and professional reports.
Attitudes:
* Commitment to safeguarding and to the potential for personal growth in each young person.
* Dedication to diversity, inclusion, and always representing our values.
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
* Collaborative and supportive work environment
* Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young people
If you’re a compassionate leader with a passion for transforming young lives, apply today to join the team and make a real difference.