Are you an experienced Principal or Registered Manager ready to take the next step into a strategic leadership role? This is a fantastic opportunity to lead an 8-bed LD home attached to a brand-new school in Halifax. You’ll oversee both the residential and education services, ensuring outstanding care, education, and compliance with Ofsted/CIW regulations.
This is your chance to shape the future of children and young people by working with a reputable, child-focused provider that values leadership, development, and excellence.
About the Role:
As Principal, you will take full responsibility for the residential and education services, ensuring that the home and school provide a safe, nurturing, and high-quality environment for young people. You will report directly to the Responsible Individual and Proprietor and line-manage both Care and Education staff, including the Head Teacher.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic & Leadership Responsibilities:
* Hold Registration for the service, ensuring full compliance with Ofsted/CIW standards.
* Lead and oversee all residential and education services, ensuring the strategic vision, ethos, and objectives are implemented effectively.
* Ensure that all young people receive high-quality education and care in line with DfE/Estyn requirements.
* Work closely with Local Authorities, external agencies, and safeguarding bodies to ensure the best outcomes for children.
Safeguarding & Compliance:
* Oversee all safeguarding matters, ensuring compliance with company policies, statutory requirements, and best practices.
* Conduct on-site audits, provide feedback reports, and implement necessary improvements in care and education services.
* Ensure the school and residential home are inspection-ready at all times, supporting the Head Teacher and Senior Care Team in preparation.
Financial & Operational Management:
* Budget planning and financial oversight to ensure effective cost control while maintaining high standards of care.
* Provide regular performance reports to the Operations Director and Board, including KPI reports, compliance updates, and lessons learned from complaints and inspections.
* Implement risk appraisal and quality assurance procedures to maintain high-value services and positive outcomes for young people.
Team & Staff Development:
* Lead recruitment, training, and performance management for all care and education staff.
* Foster a positive workplace culture, ensuring staff development, engagement, and retention.
* Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of service delivery.
Essential Requirements:
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
Experience in the care and/or education sector, ideally in a leadership role
Strong knowledge of Ofsted/CIW, DfE/Estyn regulations, safeguarding, and compliance
Proven ability to manage staff, budgets, and strategic operations
Why Join?
Career Progression: Step into a Principal role with a highly reputable provider
Strategic Leadership Role: Oversee both residential and education services
Exciting New Service: Work with a brand-new school & well-established home
Supportive Senior Leadership: Be part of a dedicated and forward-thinking team
Make a Real Difference: Shape young people’s futures through high-quality care & education
How to Apply:
If you’re ready to step into a leadership role with a supportive, career-focused provider, we’d love to hear from you! Send your CV or contact us at (phone number removed) for more details.
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