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Children's Homes Manager - Residential
Managing 2 x 2 bed homes next to each other for mainstream children aged 11-17.
Permanent
Full Time: 37 hours
Grade: 10 - 11 (If a dual registration is progressed)
Salary: £44,401 - £52,334 depending on experience.
Are you a dedicated and experienced leader with a passion for transforming the lives of vulnerable children? Do you have a track record of managing good or outstanding services or looking at the next step up from a deputy manager and a commitment to therapeutic approaches? If so, we want to hear from you!
The Role
This is a unique opportunity to be part of the next stage of our journey. We are recruiting to the role of a Children's Homes Manager who will be responsible for management oversight and support of 2 x 2 bed children's homes with a focus on relationships and therapeutic support.
The successful candidate will lead and manage a team of residential care staff, so you will need to have a clear and thorough working knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 including guidance to the regulations, Children's Act 2004, and Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, as well as a clear understanding of Ofsted requirements and the inspection framework.
You must have extensive experience of working with Children in Care as a Registered Manager achieving good and outstanding Ofsted Gradings or be a Deputy Manager looking at the next chapter in your career. We want the best for the children and young people, ensuring that we provide high-quality care, support, and consistency to allow children to grow and develop.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage up to 2 x 2 bed in-house residential children's homes, ensuring a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.
* Implement and oversee therapeutic practices that promote the emotional, psychological, and social well-being of the children.
* Register with Ofsted and achieve good and outstanding Ofsted gradings in inspection.
* Drive excellence within the home through extensive knowledge in residential care.
* Manage budgets and take the lead on the financial aspects of the children's home.
* Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve the best outcomes for the children in our care.
About You
* Within the last 5 years, have worked at least 2 years in a position relevant to Residential Care of children.
* Have worked for at least one year in a position requiring the supervision and management of staff working in a care role.
* By the relevant date, attained the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Child Care or be prepared to complete the Level 5 Diploma within 3 years of appointment.
* Be willing to attend Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and Signs of Safety training and ensure this is embedded in the culture within the home.
* Strong knowledge and experience of therapeutic approaches in a residential setting.
* Exceptional leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop a team.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, staff, and external partners.
* A thorough understanding of relevant regulations, standards, and best practices in children's residential care.
* A commitment to continuous improvement and a passion for making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children.
Please apply, and we can arrange a confidential chat.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management
Industries
* Strategic Management Services
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