Job summary We have two exciting opportunities to join us as a Registered Homes Manager. These roles will manage our dedicated and innovative Childrens Residential Homes in either Spalding or Lincoln. Main duties of the job Our aim is to achieve family reunification, or alternatively work towards other preferred choices which may be to remain at the home, move to foster care, independent living, supported lodgings, or specialised residential care. As the Registered Manager you will go above and beyond in ensuring that the children you and your team look after, are nurtured, praised and understood. This results in our children thriving, from their starting points, the children in our care are making exceptional progress. The ideal candidate for this role will be resilient and have a passion for what you do on a day-to-day basis; able to take accountability and responsibility for the service, always ensuring the best possible service for those living and working within it. You would join a larger management team where peer support and guidance is provided and you will be supported by a service lead to assist with the demands of the role. About us About the Homes: Albion Street (Spalding) Albion street loves and cares for up to 6 children between the ages of 8 years and 17 years, with emotional and behavioural difficulties. Our children have experienced trauma and some tricky times in their life and so we support them with a therapeutic approach, PACE and two-handed parenting, that will help them to thrive and be the best they can possibly be. Our children are very much loved and nurtured, and hugs and genuine care is what they need and what they get Every day is different at Albion Street, it can be challenging but that is equally rewarded by being proud of their progress, recognising their achievements, hearing their laughter and seeing their smiles whilst also having lots of fun Robin House (Lincoln) Robin House is a therapeutic Children's Home for 4 children aged between 6 to 15 years of age. The Manager and team works closely with the Clinical Psychologist and complex needs team link workers, providingexcellent in-housecare and support for children and young people who have diverse needs as a result of their early experiences. We endeavour to create a homely environment that exceeds the needs of children and young people in our care, enabling them to express their characters, feel safe and enrich their lives. The model of care in our home combines trauma informed practice with social pedagogy, attachment theory and therapeutic care models to give our children the high level of care they need and deserve. Date posted 12 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £50,788 to £58,188 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number F0067-23499 Job locations Albion Street Spalding PE11 2AU Robin House Lincoln LN5 8LW Job description Job responsibilities PURPOSE OF JOB: The post holder will be contracted to work within the Directorate's Children's Residential Services and is responsible for the management of a Children's Home. On a day-to-day basis that the manager of the Children's Home exercises responsibility for children requiring residential care. The post holder will ensure the efficient and effective management of all resources allocated to the home and ensure quality services are provided for 'Children in Care' whilst working within the policies procedures and guidelines of the Directorate. MAIN DUTIES: The specific accountabilities of this role will be flexible and will change to meet the needs of the organisation as required but will include (or be equivalent in nature to) those listed below: To lead a team of Residential Care Officers and other support staff to deliver high quality care for children on a 24/7 basis. Lead and develop the staff team to care and supporting them to remain safe, recover from the trauma they have experienced and achieve the best possible outcomes before achieving a positive move on. Complete thorough assessments and trajectory plans to establish the needs of children as part of their admission and transition in and out of the home. Through effective care planning, maximise choice and ensure that the service is provided in a planned and effective way. Manage physical resources to meet all appropriate legislative and regulatory requirements, taking action to minimise risk to people, plant, property and reputation of the Council. Manage, monitor and control activities against delegated budgets. Manage, monitor and control physical environment to meet legislative and regulatory requirements. Manage, monitor and control human resources to ensure effective delivery of service to meet statutory and legislative requirements. Work within the HR procedures to challenge practice that falls below expected standards. Appropriately manage sickness absence and conduct issues within the team. Create and maintain the necessary conditions for effective service delivery. To promote by personal example and through appropriate management, good practice, professional conduct and ethical standards. Establish and maintain monitoring systems within the home and participate in departmental monitoring and evaluation processes such as conducting quality audits. Contribute to the selection of key performance indicators to monitor-projects, performance and plans. This is to comply with Ofsted regulations and meet any requirements To work within the policies, practices and procedures of the Social Services Directorate. To meet the requirements as a Registered Manager as set out in the Children's Homes National Minimum Standards Care Standards Act 2000 and the Children. Full managerial responsibility for (ordinarily) 10-20 staff members to include Deputy Managers, Residential Care Officers, Unit Administrator, Cook, Support Workers and Handyperson. Supervision includes planning, organising, allocating and evaluating work carried out by teams and individuals against performance indicators and targets. Identifying opportunities for improvement and change in services, evaluating and proposing changes and negotiating their implementation. Planning activities and determining work methods to achieve objectives. This involves the development, maintenance, review and improvement of development activities to meet identified development needs. Contributing to the identification of training needs within the staff team and assisting in the implementation of agreed training programmes for all staff to include the development of in-house training and the nomination of staff for departmental and other training courses. Identifying the scope for improving the efficient and effective use of the Home's resource. The post holder is expected to attend various meetings and forums in order to contribute to the positive development of the Directorate's childcare strategy and services. Negotiate and take appropriate action to ensure that expenditure is kept within the defined financial limits of allocated budgets and support efficiency savings were possible for the wider directorate. The post-holder will apply discretion and judgment within defined guidelines in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures including: Allocation of work to staff. Revision of working practices and procedures. Manage monitor and control the use of resources. Manage monitor and control activities against delegated budgets. Justify proposals for expenditure on any new project and contribute expenditure where appropriate. The ability to adapt and change to differing work and competing demand i.e. demands of providing a 24 hour 7 day a week service: Managing human recourses, managing day to day care for challenging young people, Managing financial constraints, managing conflict and interruptions. There will be a requirement to provide practical support and guidance on an out of hours basis to own and other Children's Homes as determined by the Directorate and within the general scope of the post in the absence of the Service Manager. Competing physical, emotional and psychological pressures including dealing with young people with and challenging behaviours. Some risk of verbal abuse and or risk of physical abuse from service users. Please refer to the Job Description for further duties. Job description Job responsibilities PURPOSE OF JOB: The post holder will be contracted to work within the Directorate's Children's Residential Services and is responsible for the management of a Children's Home. On a day-to-day basis that the manager of the Children's Home exercises responsibility for children requiring residential care. The post holder will ensure the efficient and effective management of all resources allocated to the home and ensure quality services are provided for 'Children in Care' whilst working within the policies procedures and guidelines of the Directorate. MAIN DUTIES: The specific accountabilities of this role will be flexible and will change to meet the needs of the organisation as required but will include (or be equivalent in nature to) those listed below: To lead a team of Residential Care Officers and other support staff to deliver high quality care for children on a 24/7 basis. Lead and develop the staff team to care and supporting them to remain safe, recover from the trauma they have experienced and achieve the best possible outcomes before achieving a positive move on. Complete thorough assessments and trajectory plans to establish the needs of children as part of their admission and transition in and out of the home. Through effective care planning, maximise choice and ensure that the service is provided in a planned and effective way. Manage physical resources to meet all appropriate legislative and regulatory requirements, taking action to minimise risk to people, plant, property and reputation of the Council. Manage, monitor and control activities against delegated budgets. Manage, monitor and control physical environment to meet legislative and regulatory requirements. Manage, monitor and control human resources to ensure effective delivery of service to meet statutory and legislative requirements. Work within the HR procedures to challenge practice that falls below expected standards. Appropriately manage sickness absence and conduct issues within the team. Create and maintain the necessary conditions for effective service delivery. To promote by personal example and through appropriate management, good practice, professional conduct and ethical standards. Establish and maintain monitoring systems within the home and participate in departmental monitoring and evaluation processes such as conducting quality audits. Contribute to the selection of key performance indicators to monitor-projects, performance and plans. This is to comply with Ofsted regulations and meet any requirements To work within the policies, practices and procedures of the Social Services Directorate. To meet the requirements as a Registered Manager as set out in the Children's Homes National Minimum Standards Care Standards Act 2000 and the Children. Full managerial responsibility for (ordinarily) 10-20 staff members to include Deputy Managers, Residential Care Officers, Unit Administrator, Cook, Support Workers and Handyperson. Supervision includes planning, organising, allocating and evaluating work carried out by teams and individuals against performance indicators and targets. Identifying opportunities for improvement and change in services, evaluating and proposing changes and negotiating their implementation. Planning activities and determining work methods to achieve objectives. This involves the development, maintenance, review and improvement of development activities to meet identified development needs. Contributing to the identification of training needs within the staff team and assisting in the implementation of agreed training programmes for all staff to include the development of in-house training and the nomination of staff for departmental and other training courses. Identifying the scope for improving the efficient and effective use of the Home's resource. The post holder is expected to attend various meetings and forums in order to contribute to the positive development of the Directorate's childcare strategy and services. Negotiate and take appropriate action to ensure that expenditure is kept within the defined financial limits of allocated budgets and support efficiency savings were possible for the wider directorate. The post-holder will apply discretion and judgment within defined guidelines in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures including: Allocation of work to staff. Revision of working practices and procedures. Manage monitor and control the use of resources. Manage monitor and control activities against delegated budgets. Justify proposals for expenditure on any new project and contribute expenditure where appropriate. The ability to adapt and change to differing work and competing demand i.e. demands of providing a 24 hour 7 day a week service: Managing human recourses, managing day to day care for challenging young people, Managing financial constraints, managing conflict and interruptions. There will be a requirement to provide practical support and guidance on an out of hours basis to own and other Children's Homes as determined by the Directorate and within the general scope of the post in the absence of the Service Manager. Competing physical, emotional and psychological pressures including dealing with young people with and challenging behaviours. Some risk of verbal abuse and or risk of physical abuse from service users. Please refer to the Job Description for further duties. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Required to undertake Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management. To comply with Children's Homes Regulations, the diploma must be completed within three years of the commencement in post. Experience Essential To have strong directional Leadership skills and experience which will inspire, support and motivate others. Desirable Have at least two years management experience within children's residential services Knowledge and Skills Essential Proficient information and IT skills to enable effective communication with internal and external agencies. To be a key team player and work closely with staff members and specialist workers from other agencies and organisations. The Postholder will require excellent written and oral communication. In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English. To hold a full current valid driving License. Desirable Have an understanding of Health and Safety. Able to work with Ofsted to ensure the service meets Childrens Homes Regulations including Quality Care Stand Have knowledge and understanding of the impact of neglect, emotional, physical and sexual abuse has on young people. Have knowledge and understanding of the impact a disability has on a young person. The post holder will be expected to be able to apply theory to practice. Ability to produce and maintain accurate records and reports. Knowledge of child development. Knowledge of Safeguarding and risk management. Positive attitude to the promotion of diversity and equal opportunities. Post holders should be comfortable working with ambiguity and uncertainty. To have a working knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations and quality Standards (2015) and how these apply in practice. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Required to undertake Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management. To comply with Children's Homes Regulations, the diploma must be completed within three years of the commencement in post. Experience Essential To have strong directional Leadership skills and experience which will inspire, support and motivate others. Desirable Have at least two years management experience within children's residential services Knowledge and Skills Essential Proficient information and IT skills to enable effective communication with internal and external agencies. To be a key team player and work closely with staff members and specialist workers from other agencies and organisations. The Postholder will require excellent written and oral communication. In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English. To hold a full current valid driving License. Desirable Have an understanding of Health and Safety. Able to work with Ofsted to ensure the service meets Childrens Homes Regulations including Quality Care Stand Have knowledge and understanding of the impact of neglect, emotional, physical and sexual abuse has on young people. Have knowledge and understanding of the impact a disability has on a young person. The post holder will be expected to be able to apply theory to practice. Ability to produce and maintain accurate records and reports. Knowledge of child development. Knowledge of Safeguarding and risk management. Positive attitude to the promotion of diversity and equal opportunities. Post holders should be comfortable working with ambiguity and uncertainty. To have a working knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations and quality Standards (2015) and how these apply in practice. 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. Employer details Employer name Lincolnshire County Council Address Albion Street Spalding PE11 2AU Employer's website https://jobs.lincolnshire.gov.uk/home.html (Opens in a new tab)