OFSTED Registered Manager - 2-Bed Learning Disabilities Children's Home
Location: Stockport
Salary: £55,000 - £70,000
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and dedicated Registered Manager to lead a two-bed children's home in Manchester, supporting children with learning disabilities. This role offers the chance to shape and develop a high-quality service, ensuring the home provides a safe, nurturing, and person-centred environment.
With a competitive salary and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, this role is ideal for an experienced manager looking to take on a new challenge in a specialist setting.
Key Responsibilities:
* Ensure the home operates in full compliance with OFSTED regulations and the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015
* Lead and develop a team to provide high-quality, person-centred care to children with learning disabilities
* Oversee care plans, risk assessments, and behavioural support strategies to meet individual needs
* Ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are followed at all times
* Work closely with external agencies, including local authorities, health professionals, and OFSTED inspectors
* Manage budgets and resources efficiently to ensure the home runs effectively
* Drive continuous improvement and work towards achieving and maintaining a high OFSTED rating
Essential Criteria:
To be eligible for OFSTED registration as a Children's Home Manager, you must meet the following requirements:
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards this)
* At least two years of experience working in a residential children's home within the last five years
* At least one year of experience in a supervisory or management role in a residential childcare setting
* Strong understanding of the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and OFSTED's Social Care Common Inspection Framework
* Ability to meet the "fit person" requirements for OFSTED registration, demonstrating good character, competence, and sound financial standing
* Experience supporting children with learning disabilities and complex needs
* Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
Desirable Criteria:
* Previous experience as a Registered Manager in a learning disabilities setting
* A strong track record of achieving or maintaining positive OFSTED ratings
* Knowledge of therapeutic approaches and specialist interventions for children with learning disabilities
* Experience in setting up or developing a children's home
This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a specialist service, with a highly competitive salary and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of children with learning disabilities.
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