An excellent opportunity for a Registered Manager to join our home Daisybrook, in Cannock. The home is rated Good in all areas with OFSTED and has an excellent reputation with the local authorities. Many of the Children & Young People we support have a learning disability, Autism, epilepsy and/or can display some associated behaviours. Many of our children (not all) are non-verbal or have limited communication and will communicate with us through different methods such as picture boards, Smartbox devices and Makaton. To get a feel for if this is the role for you, check out this video from Isobelle, Operations Manager.
Main duties of the job
What We Offer: £55,000 per annum DOE plus £3,000 welcome bonus paid on registration. £5,000 Annual quality and commercial bonus. As a member of the CareTech leadership team, you will participate in a Management Incentive Plan that will enable you to share in the long-term success of the Company. Comprehensive Induction to set you up for success.
About us
At Inspire, it is imperative that our children enjoy new and varied experiences that encourage them to be the best version of themselves and that any disability is not seen as a barrier but an opportunity for inspirational outside-the-box thinking. We hold a belief that no child should be disadvantaged and that all children are part of the community, enjoying all that this offers including celebrations, events, and fundraising. Our teams are fully committed to Inspire's goals; they understand the challenges and rewards of working with our young people and know that every day they will achieve things that really matter. Inspire is part of the CareTech family, where we work collectively to support every child to have an extraordinary day every day.
Job responsibilities
As a Registered Manager of this Ofsted rated GOOD home, you will:
1. Develop Comprehensive Care Plans: Ensure each young person has a tailored plan that addresses their care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs.
2. Develop a great team: Work with the recruitment teams to bring in the right people for your home.
3. Complete company induction and personal development plans, retaining a strong team to ensure familiar faces for the young people.
4. Foster Consultation: Develop systems to consult young people about the care they receive.
5. Allocate Key Workers: Assign a Key Worker to each young person to implement their care plan.
6. Maintain High Standards: Establish and monitor high-quality care standards in line with the quality standards and the Homes Statement of Purpose.
7. Handle Complaints and Concerns: Take responsibility for addressing any complaints or child protection concerns.
8. Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals to promote the welfare of young people.
9. Participate in Meetings: Attend and contribute to care planning and review meetings as appropriate.
10. Embrace a safe culture: Ensure the children in your service are cared for at the best possible standard.
Essential Requirements and Experience
* Passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people in care.
* Relevant Experience: At least 2 years in a position related to residential care of children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years.
* Qualifications: Level 3 in Children's Residential Care is essential. Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare is preferred at point of application; if not, you must be enrolled on the Level 5 within 6 months of starting in post.
* Knowledge: Understanding of The Quality Standards, SCCIF, childcare legislation, and regulatory requirements.
* Skills: Efficient in planning, organization, and management.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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