Children's Home Registered Manager
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Gloucester
Salary: £52,265 - £56,050 per annum dependent on experience
About the role:
To lead, manage and be accountable for a large team of 19 wte residential staff, plus 2 ancillary staff, in the delivery of statutory duties to young people. This children's home is unique in that it comprises 8 beds, including 4 semi independent, self-contained flats for young people aged 16+ in preparation for moving onto independence. There is also the potential to continue caring for young people as they reach 18yrs, if they are not yet ready to move into the community. The manager's assessment of this aspect of service delivery will always need to be approved, on an individual basis (and in line with the resident's needs) by Ofsted, the regulator.
Requirements:
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Care (or nearing completion/able to begin the programme) or an equivalent qualification e.g. Degree in Social Work (or equivalent
Evidence of continued professional develop
Full UK driving license
DBS clearance
Benefits:
Flexible and agile working opportunities
25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years continuous service
Option to purchase 10 days of additional leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff)
Family friendly policies and benefits to help support you and your family
Supportive and positive working environment with regula...