The Cambian Group is the UK’s largest provider of specialist behavioural and mental health services for children and young adults. Our services focus on individuals with high severity needs, including specialist education schools, residential care homes, and therapeutic fostering services.
We are looking for a Registered Manager to work in an Ofsted registered children’s home at Cambian Whinfell School, located in Kendal, Cumbria. Whinfell School provides outstanding facilities for students aged 11-19 with Asperger’s Syndrome (high functioning Autism) and Complex Needs, helping them gain valuable life skills, qualifications, and confidence for their journey towards independence.
The successful candidate will:
1. Provide strong, strategic leadership to drive regulatory success.
2. Ensure children and young people enjoy a safe and happy home environment.
3. Develop their life skills and independence under the guidance of care, therapy, and education teams.
You will demonstrate a highly developed awareness of safeguarding, team management, and challenges associated with complex difficulties. Your exceptional organizational skills will ensure the efficient running of a successful care home.
Your excellent people skills will:
1. Provide inspirational leadership to the staff team.
2. Offer compassionate support to our children and staff.
3. Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team.
4. Develop strong working relationships with professionals to ensure safety and wellbeing.
5. Provide support and guidance to families.
Essential Requirements:
1. A minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role.
2. Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management (Children).
Successful candidates will meet the person specification to be offered this post. Cambian is committed to safeguarding and protecting young people in our care. All candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check and full reference checks.
Registered Manager, Kendal, [SYS-13107]
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