Children’s Registered Manager – Residential Service
Location: Cumbria
Salary: Between £50,000 - £57,000 (Dependent on experience)
Overview: Compass Associates are proud to be working in partnership with an established children’s provider within Residential care, who offer support to children and young adults with complex needs. We are recruiting for a Registered Manager to oversee their children’s solo residential services based in the Cumbria area.
The Candidate: As the Registered Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the service, including leadership and management of the staff team and continuous collaboration with the company’s quality team. You will oversee the efficient delivery and development of the service while working closely with the Senior Management Team to ensure the children receive the best care. You will possess a deep working knowledge of health and social care, particularly in relation to Ofsted rules and regulations, along with strong people management and communication skills, and sound commercial understanding.
Salary and Benefits:
1. 33 days’ annual leave (with extra days for continuous service at 2 and 5 years)
2. Pension contributions
3. Life assurance (2x salary)
4. Flexibility - 40-hour workweek (Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm) with occasional flexibility
5. Private Medical Insurance
6. Medicash plan
7. 24/7 GP access
8. Cashback on optical/dental treatments
9. Bonuses for referrals (£1,000 per successful referral)
10. Monthly staff awards
11. High street savings, leisure perks, and tailored local discounts
Essential Criteria:
1. A minimum of 12 months’ experience managing a Residential Children’s Home
2. Proven expertise in leading and developing teams of support workers
3. Comprehensive knowledge of SCCIF, Children’s Home Regulations, and Quality Standards
4. Ideally, a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management
5. A creative, compassionate leader with a passion for working with children
6. A full UK driving licence and access to your own transport
7. Clear DBS / CRB
Location: This position is based in Cumbria, and is commutable from Carlisle, Keswick, Whitehaven, Maryport, and Cockermouth.
Interview Process: The interview process involves an initial informal conversation with the Recruitment Business Partner, a Teams call with the Senior Management team, and then a formal face-to-face interview with the Directors.
Contact Details: If you wish to either apply or gain further information, please contact Abbie at Compass Associates.
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