Children's Home Registered Manager

Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum + £5,000–£10,000 annual bonus
Location: Spalding
Home Size: 3-Bed Children's Complex Care Home

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary of up to £55,000, dependent on experience
• Annual bonus of £5,000–£10,000, rewarding quality of care, with additional rewards for an Outstanding Ofsted rating
• Eligibility for the Management Incentive Plan
• Management Development Training Programme
• Ongoing leadership development through an in-house Leadership Academy
• Company pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Service
• Wellbeing programme
• Recommend-a-Friend scheme
• Team rewards, including discounts at restaurants and on family days out
• Long-service awards
• Career development opportunities within a large care and specialist education organisation

What We're Looking For

• At least two years' experience in a role related to children's residential care, including at least one year in a supervisory position within the last five years
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or equivalent, or willingness to enrol within six months of employment
• Understanding of the Children's Homes Quality Standards, SCCIF, childcare legislation and regulatory requirements
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and the needs of children with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, including managing challenging behaviour
• Strong leadership, team management and communication skills
• Excellent planning, organisation, budget management and resource allocation skills
• A genuine passion for improving the lives of children and young people
• Full UK driving licence
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day management and operation of the 3-bed children's complex care home
• Lead the service to achieve and maintain at least a Good Ofsted rating, with the ambition of achieving Outstanding
• Develop and oversee individualised care plans addressing each young person's care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic and health needs
• Work alongside recruitment teams to attract, recruit and retain a strong staff team
• Ensure staff complete company induction and personal development plans, promoting consistency and stability for young people
• Establish systems that enable young people to express their views and contribute to decisions about their care
• Allocate key workers and ensure each young person's care plan is implemented effectively
• Maintain high standards of care in line with National Minimum Standards, relevant regulations and the home's Statement of Purpose
• Manage complaints, concerns and child protection matters promptly and appropriately
• Work in partnership with parents, carers and other professionals to promote the welfare and development of young people
• Attend and contribute to care planning meetings and reviews
• Promote a safe, nurturing environment where children receive high-quality, individualised care
• Manage the home's budget, staffing and resources in line with financial expectations
• Lead, motivate and develop the staff team, promoting continuous improvement and positive outcomes for young people

Safeguarding: The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, provide at least two references covering the previous two years, and supply a full employment history, including details of roles involving children and vulnerable people.

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.