We are recruiting for Children’s home Registered Manager to Lead our team at Avon House, a home for up to six Children aged 6 – 12 on admission based in the heart of Salisbury. You will be an experienced Registered Manager working in an environment and culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible. As the Registered Manager, you will lead, manage, and develop a team of Residential Child Care Workers who help and support our children who have experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences and trauma, using our trauma-informed practices, which are embedded within our culture Our leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the child care sector. We source and deliver up-to-date training opportunities and prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you’re getting the most out of your career. Our young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, we are looking for a committed and dedicated Registered Manager. You’ll be a natural at building a rapport with children and someone full of empathy, so you can understand and relate to the young people you work with. You will need to have at least 2 years’ experience of being a Registered Manager working in a Children’s Residential Setting within the last five years, hold or be working towards your level 5 in leadership and management, and have a minimum of Level 3 in Children and Young Peoples Work Force, have a proven track record with Ofsted, Legislative Framework. About Five Rivers We provide bespoke residential children’s homes for young people who have had a difficult start to life. Our homes are run by kind, compassionate and resilient people who give children a sense of security they may have struggled to find until now. These individuals open their hearts to the children they look after, forming deep connections that help turn children’s lives around. They are dependable, responsible role models and their positive influence can last a lifetime. Hours On average 39 hours a week – some flexibility will be needed to ensure the smooth running of the home Why Five Rivers? 30 days (22 days plus 8 bank holidays) annual leave allowance On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team We are committed to your development – we hold a Gold Investors in People Award Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme Ongoing training and support from in house and external trainers Employee Support Programmes Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution) Refer a friend bonus scheme Long service and recognition scheme Blue Light card eligibility Role Profile Role Profile - Registered Managers - April 2024.pdf Find out about our service Residential Children's Homes | Five Rivers Child Care (five-rivers.org) Please do not delay in applying. Apply directly and fill out an application form or call Caroline, our HR Recruitment Partner on 07545 661471 a confidential Chat Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.