Children's Home Registered Manager

Children's Home Registered Manager

Job Title: Children's Home Registered Manager
Location: Various - Lancashire & West Yorkshire
Salary: £50,000 increasing to £65,000 upon successful registration of home
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Reports To: Quality and Performance Director
Service: Children's Home - Therapeutic-led
Service Users: Children & Young People aged 8-18, with complex needs including MH support, therapeutic interventions, and challenging behaviour
Qualifications Required: NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management in Residential Childcare, or equivalent
Experience in Years Required: Minimum 4 years management experience in residential childcare
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Sponsorship is not available

The Home & Service

• Location: Lancashire & West Yorkshire
• Type of YPs: Children aged 8-18, therapeutic needs, MH, challenging behaviours
• Ofsted Rating Requirement: Minimum of 2 "Good" or "Outstanding"
• Staff Ratio: Dependent on home size, leadership of staff team expected

Who we are looking for

We are seeking a highly experienced Registered Manager who:

• Has a proven track record of achieving and sustaining Good or Outstanding Ofsted ratings in children's homes
• Can lead, supervise, and appraise staff, including safer recruitment practices
• Is proficient in legislation, regulatory compliance, and Ofsted guidance
• Is passionate about care and motivated to positively influence the outcomes of children and young people
• Holds a driving licence and access to a vehicle

Who you will be working for

• Dynamic, professional, and innovative children's care provider
• Bespoke, therapeutic led homes supported by a fully pledged clinical team
• Company committed to investing in people, providing excellent career progression opportunities
• Continually developing services with future opportunities to manage multi site operations

Why this Home & Company

• Career Progression: Opportunities to manage multiple homes as the organisation grows
• Professional Development: Exposure to therapeutic approaches, MH experience, neuro de escalation techniques, DOLS
• Benefits: Competitive salary with increase upon registration, supportive leadership culture, professional growth, and a chance to make a lasting impact on children's lives
• Ethos & Culture: Collaborative, innovative, child centred, and supportive

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team in delivering high quality care and support to children and young people
• Work with external agencies, Ofsted, LA, and Reg 44 to ensure standards are met
• Develop and implement care plans, risk assessments, and strategies to meet regulatory requirements
• Monitor service effectiveness and ensure positive outcomes for children
• Oversee recruitment, supervision, and training of staff
• Maintain accurate records and reporting, ensuring compliance at all times

️ Entry Requirements

• NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management in Residential Childcare, or equivalent
• At least 4 years' management experience in a residential children's home setting
• Minimum of 2 "Good" or "Outstanding" Ofsted ratings in previous roles
• Familiarity with therapeutic approaches, MH experience, DOLS, neuro de escalation
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Commitment to safeguarding, child protection, and partnership working

Safer Recruitment

The recruitment process includes robust vetting procedures. Successful applicants will be subject to references and enhanced DBS checks and must adhere to a strict professional code of conduct at all times.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about making a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people, and want to join a forward thinking and professional organisation, we encourage you to apply today

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