Overview
We are looking for a Registered Children’s Home Manager for a new 3 Bed home supporting 8-18s with EBD. This will be the flagship home of this new Organisation
This will be the chance to be involved and grow with an organisation who want to make a difference. Where the emphasis will be on high-quality care.
There will be tremendous opportunities to grow.
Skills and abilities
- Ability to demonstrate reasoning, numeracy, literacy and technology skills to the required standard.
- Ability to work as a team, working closely with colleagues and other agencies.
- Ability to solve problems.
- Able to work within the principles of the Children’s Act.
- Demonstrate a sound working knowledge of Child Protection Issues and Procedures.
- Sound knowledge of Children’s Homes procedures and relevant issues.
- Ability to exercise authority.
- Proven leadership and management abilities.
- Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written.
Knowledge and experience
- At least 1 year of working experience as a Registered Manager in a Registered Children’s Home where the rating of their home is good to outstanding
- A minimum of two years’ experience at a senior support level in a Children’s Home.
- Experience working with Children who have Mental Health, Emotional & Behavioural difficulties.
- Have a very good understanding of the children’s homes regulations and quality standards, 2015
- Have good knowledge and experience working as a designated safeguarding lead in children’s residential home (s)
Qualifications
- The Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) and Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People's Services (or you are willing to work towards this) Or NVQ Level 4 Health and Social Care (Children’s Pathway) combined with a Leadership and Management Qualification
What Can We Offer
- Full Time Role £55,000 – £60,000 dependant on Experience and Qualifications
- 1-2 years’ experience: £50k rising to £55k after probation + £10k bonus negotiable
- 2+ years’ experience: £60 + bonus negotiable
- Company Bonus Scheme & Incentives
- Generous annual leave
- Person Centred Development Plan including Therapeutic Training Qualifications.
