Job details Pay - £55,000 - £65,000 a year Job type - Full-time Shift and schedule - Monday to Friday Full job description Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Children's Manager to oversee the care and wellbeing of children. This is an Ofsted regulated children home providing care for two children (11-17) with emotional and behavioural difficulties. The home is currently rated GOOD for the last two years. This Children Home is based in Essex. Benefits: Bonuses – Occupancy/Ofsted Loyalty Bonus Signing on Bonus On going training and development Career development opportunities Pension Opportunity to complete the Level 7 in strategic leadership and management Main purpose and contribution of the role: Ensure the quality of care and the progress children make is outstanding as detailed within the Children’s Homes Regulation 2015 and Quality Standards and defined in the SCCIF. Upholding the standards of care in the home, ensuring the delivery of a service that is safe, compassionate and effective Hold responsibility for the care and welfare of our young people Young people’s progress, helping to secure the best outcomes achievable for the young people we support To be an ambassador for people with emotional and behavioural difficulties. Working closely with the Operations Manager, wider management team, Local Authorities, your team/ staff of the home, the Social Workers of the young people and any other stake holders Performance management, training, development and induction of staff Maintaining occupancy levels Contribute to the development of the home In addition, the Registered Manager will take on the role of Designated Safeguarding Lead. Requirements Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a management role within a children’s residential care setting. Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards). Experience of successfully leading and managing within a regulatory framework, ideally in setting up a new children’s home. Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and care standards. Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. A passion for working with children and a commitment to their well-being and development. This organisation is committed to the protection and safeguarding of children, and promoting their welfare. Benefits: 1. Company events 2. Company pension 3. On-site parking Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (required) NVQ Level 3 in residential childcare (required) NVQ Level 5 in leadership and management or the equivalent (preferred)