Children's Home Registered Manager

Salary: £50,000–£55,000 per annum + KPI-linked bonus
Location: Gorton, M18
Home Size: 2-Bed EBD Children's Home | Ofsted Rated Good

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary of £50,000–£55,000 per annum
• KPI-linked bonus scheme
• Company pension
• Optional car scheme, with the cost deducted from salary
• 28 days' annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Opportunity to lead an established 2-bed EBD home with an Ofsted rating of Good
• Open to an experienced Deputy Manager looking to step up into their first Registered Manager position

What We're Looking For

• Experience working within a children's residential care setting
• Previous management or deputy management experience, with the ambition and ability to step up into a Registered Manager role
• Relevant qualifications in children's residential childcare and leadership, in line with regulatory requirements
• A good understanding of safeguarding, care planning, children's residential care regulations and Ofsted standards
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, support and develop a staff team
• Excellent communication, organisation and decision-making skills
• A commitment to maintaining high standards of care and achieving positive outcomes for children and young people
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement and maintaining the home's Good Ofsted rating

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the day-to-day management and operation of the 2-bed EBD children's home
• Maintain and build upon the home's existing Ofsted rating of Good
• Provide effective leadership, supervision and support to the staff team
• Ensure children and young people receive safe, nurturing and individualised care
• Oversee care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support strategies
• Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed and concerns are managed appropriately
• Maintain compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, policies and Ofsted requirements
• Monitor care standards, maintain accurate records and implement quality improvement measures
• Build positive relationships with children, families, social workers and other professionals
• Manage staffing, resources and the overall operation of the home effectively
• Work towards agreed KPIs and contribute to the continued development and success of the service

To apply for this role, please contact Tabitha at Purosearch on 01904 570050 or send your CV for immediate consideration to t.wagstaff@purosearch.com.