- Do you have previous experience working as a Registered Manager or the Deputy Manager of an Ofsted Registered Children's Home?
- Do you want to work for a company that puts the welfare of the Young People first?
- Do you feel you understand the importance of Safeguarding in its entirety?
- Are you able to manage in an efficient and fair manner?
- Are you looking for a company that will invest what is needed into your progression?
We are currently on the hunt for a passionate and devoted leader to join and manage a BRAND NEW EBD 1 Bedded Residential Children’s home.
Main Duties:
* The Ofsted Registered Manager will provide a warm, safe, homely environment for children to live or stay, that will be fully compliant with the Children's home regulations 2015 and the Children's Act 2004 and will ensure that children are given the highest levels of support to aim high and achieve their goals.
* The Manager will guide and support a team of staff and partners to ensure that the individual assessed needs of children are met despite any challenges.
* Keeping abreast of changing practice and issues at both National and local level to ensure that the service can provide the best level of support whilst considering and managing resources effectively, dealing with complex issues and managing risk.
* They will work closely with psychologists, Police, therapists, YOS, Education and social workers on a daily/weekly basis and ensure that there are well chaired meetings and working groups to deliver the service effectively for children.
* Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the service, managing the premises and staffing in accordance with Health & Safety regulations, Children's Home Regulations, policies and procedures.
* Manage a children’s home ensuring an excellent standard of care and in accordance with relevant legislation, procedures, policies and ‘Statement of Purpose’ for the home.
* Deliver comprehensive staff training & development programme to enable staff to provide the necessary skills and expertise to meet the needs of children and perform their role.
* Being specialists in supporting Children in a Therapeutic environment it is really important that both the management and staffing team are able to communicate well with the young people and help them towards opportunities in further education and career paths as they get older and then transition from Children’s Residential care.
AS A MUST:
* At least 2 years’ experience working in a position relevant to the residential care of children within the last 5 years (Ofsted registered service).
* At least 1 year in a role that requires the supervision and management of staff working in a social care position (Deputy or Registered Manager).
* NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England) or equivalent (MUST).
* NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare.
* A Full UK Driving Licence.
* Over the age of 21.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £45,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* Night shift
* Overtime
* Weekend availability
Experience:
* Managing a Children's Residential Service: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
* NVQ 5 Leadership & Management in Residential Childcare (preferred)
* Driving Licence (preferred)
* NVQ 5 in Residential Childcare (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Seventh Care RM
Expected start date: 01/03/2024
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