Our client has a rare opportunity to join them in a newly established multi-site Specialist Mental Health, children’s residential home with educational provision. As a leader within their specialist mental health services your will be a major part in the transformation of delivery of service their our incredible children’s experiences. Our client is looking for a Children’s Registered Home Manager to assist the General Manager in achieving the aims and objectives within the Statement of Purpose of the Children’s homes and the wider needs of the whole site. You will manage a 5 bedded home that caters for children aged 12 - 18 years, all of whom require additional support due to mental illness or concerns about them being able to stay safe due to considerable risk of self-injurious behaviours. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, including our clients on-site clinical team and teachers and will work with the children to support their transitions on from the site following successful achievement of the goals set out in the care plans. Ideally the right person will have had some experience of working with children suffering with poor mental health, have an understanding of the Mental Health Act or are in fact practicing within this arena at present. About Our Client Our client is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to their children’s residential homes across the UK. They are part of a large care family, where they work collectively to support every child to have an extraordinary day every day. What They Offer Entry salary up to £50,000 per annum DOE Welcome bonus £5,000 pending successful fit persons interview Annual quality and commercial bonus Comprehensive Induction To set you up for success. Management Development Training Programme and continuous development from their in-house Leadership Academy. Whose courses provide their existing and future leaders the time and psychological space to explore the expectations of a leader, with a focus on core behavioural skills. To motivate, empower, inspire and stretch leaders to develop their knowledge and skills in leadership and management, by reflecting on themselves and how they interact and work with their teams, their networks and the wider business. Additional Benefits: Competitive pay, pension scheme, and a range of benefits including: Employee Assistance Service Wellbeing Programme Recommend a Friend scheme Cycle to work, dental plans, and car leasing scheme Team Rewards with discounted restaurants and family days out Long Service Awards As a Registered Manager you will: Develop Comprehensive Care Plans: Ensure each young person has a tailored plan that addresses their care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs. Develop a great team: Working with the recruitment teams support, bring in the right people for your home. Complete company induction and personal development plans, retaining a strong team to ensure familiar faces for the young people. Foster Consultation: Develop systems to consult young people about the care they receive. Allocate Key Workers: Assign a Key Worker to each young person to implement their care plan. Maintain High Standards: Establish and monitor high-quality care standards in line with the quality standards and the Home’s Statement of Purpose. Handle Complaints and Concerns: Take responsibility for addressing any complaints or child protection concerns. Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals to promote the welfare of young people. Participate in Meetings: Attend and contribute to care planning and review meetings as appropriate. Embrace a safe culture: Ensure the children in your service are cared for at the best possible standard. Essential Requirements and Experience Relevant Experience: At least 2 years in a position related to residential care of children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years. Qualifications: Level 3 in Children's Residential Care is essential. Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare is preferred at point of application, if not then you must be enrolled on the Level 5 within 6 months of starting in post. Knowledge: Understanding of The Quality Standards, SCCIF, childcare legislation, and regulatory requirements. Skills: Efficient in; planning, organizing, budget control, resource allocation, and team leadership. Communication: Confidence in effective spoken and written communication. Understanding Trauma: Knowledge of the needs of children with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, including managing challenging behaviour. Driving License: Full UK required. Why Choose Our Client? At the core of our client, is their commitment to supporting their amazing Service Users and their families - each with their own needs, aspirations and infinite potential to experience the Extraordinary Every Day All of our cleints colleagues – Care & Support Workers, Educators, Clinicians, Therapists, Fostering and Support Services are fully committed to our client’s goals. They understand the challenges and rewards of working with their Service Users, Children and Young People and know that every day they will achieve things that really matter. A career in Care can be life-changing. The chance to make a real, positive difference every day and the opportunity to build experience, skills and recognised qualifications in a friendly, empowering environment, where people are at the heart of everything they do. As one of Europe’s largest Care & Special Needs Education providers, you will be able to grow and develop your career with our client- a place where they can offer job satisfaction and long-term career prospects. Our client is a Disability Confident Employer and an Equal Opportunities Employer. They value the wisdom that comes from life experience and are committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of all in their care. All applicants must undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide at least two references covering the past two years. Applicants must also provide information for all positions related to working with children and the vulnerable and details of employment going back to full time education.