Gap healthcare is recruiting on behalf of one of our clients for a children’s Registered Home Manager based in Tern Hill.
Job Description: Registered Home Manager
Purpose of the Role: The Home Manager is responsible for ensuring the coordination and effective operations of the Home are maintained to a high standard. This role ensures that all duties undertaken by reporting staff meet required standards and contribute positively to providing a happy, efficient, and homely atmosphere.
Location: Tern Hill (TF9)
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Ensure each young person is assessed for need and has a formally developed Care Plan with the involvement of the young person, their family/relatives, or an advocate as required.
Develop and regularly review individual Care Plans in consultation with the Responsible Authority's Social Worker and Senior Care Staff.
Ensure all reporting staff perform duties to required standards and contribute positively to the Home's atmosphere.
Provide adequate staff cover for all shifts in line with Care Standards requirements and assist in duty rota preparation.
Assist in the selection, screening, and recruitment of staff.
Participate in staff training aligned with documented Training Plans.
Assist in staff performance assessments and the implementation of disciplinary procedures.
Supervise catering operations to meet Food Hygiene standards and plan menus accommodating special dietary needs.
Ensure adequate transportation arrangements for young people.
Participate in developing social activities for children.
Maintain the Home's cleanliness, heating, and maintenance per Responsible Authority and Environmental Health standards.
Lead staff meetings and ensure meeting minutes are communicated to all staff.
Generate notifications for accidents involving young people, staff, or visitors in line with R.I.D.D.O.R. regulations.
Stay updated on legislation related to Health & Safety, C.O.S.H.H., and Fire Prevention and communicate updates to staff.
Ensure the smooth operation of the Home's Quality Management System and achieve relevant Quality Certification standards.
Person Specification:
Essential:
Impact on Others:
Professional demeanor with strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills adaptable to diverse audiences
Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships
Demonstrates unconditional positive regard for others
Influential and collaborative leadership
Qualifications & Knowledge:
Level 5 qualification or above
Proficient ICT skills
Understanding of working with children
Knowledge of dignity at work, anti-discrimination, bullying, and harassment policies
Strong operational management and regulatory knowledge
Understanding of H&S, C.O.S.H.H., and Fire regulations
Familiarity with employment and equal opportunities legislation
Innate Abilities:
Strategic communication aligned with Company goals
Ability to set SMART objectives
Problem-solving and decision-making skills
Strong empathy and emotional resilience
Risk assessment and mitigation skills
Motivation & Drive:
Self-motivated and enthusiastic
Flexible with a strong work ethic
Ambitious and driven
Emotional Adjustment:
Works well under pressure and meets deadlines
Tolerant, methodical, and adaptable
High self-awareness and emotional resilience
Competencies:
Accuracy in work
Effective workload planning and management
Strong communication and work presentation
Teamwork and collaboration
Critical reasoning and effective report writing
Business planning skills
Values:
Honest, trustworthy, and reliable
Strong work ethic with enthusiasm
Ethical decision-making
Learning-oriented and positive
Genuine with sound judgment
If you are interested in this opportunity, please get in touch