Job Description

Children's Home Registered Manager

Locks Heath - Southampton

37.5hrs per week

Starting at 52,328.00 per annum, dependant on experience and qualifications. We can offer the right package for the right candidate plus excellent bonus scheme's.

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic experienced children's residential Manager where you'll create a setting where each child can thrive and reach their full potential and ensure children and young people are involved in all decision-making.

We are looking for a forward thinker, someone who can motivate and lead a team, with a warm, friendly, and enthusiastic nature. You will be responsible for the safeguarding of the children and young people in your care. You will understand the needs of the children and young people and ensure all staff work with them to deliver positive outcomes.

Benefits of the role:

Performance bonuses Free parking Company pension scheme Work closely with and feel very supported by providers. Annual pay review Paid Breaks & 33 days inclusive of bank holidays
It is the nature of residential childcare work that tasks and responsibilities are, in many circumstances, unpredictable and varied. All employees are, therefore, expected to work in a flexible way when the occasion arises and tasks that are not specifically covered in the job description must be undertaken. If the additional responsibility or task becomes a regular or frequent part of the employee's job, it will be included in the job description after consultation with the employee.

Responsibilities of a Registered Manager

To ensure the home meets all requirements of The Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and or exceeds the Quality Standards contained therein and is compliant with all other relevant legislation. To be responsible for the safeguarding of the children and young people in your care. To lead, manage and motivate your team to ensure the highest quality of care is provided. To work positively alongside all agencies and families. To understand the needs of the children and young people ensuring all staff work with them to deliver positive outcomes. To manage the performance of staff. To ensure an effective workforce strategy, including recruitment, induction, safe rota management, supervision, and professional development. To monitor the facilities, resources, practices, and records in the home on a regular basis according to our Quality Assurance Process. To develop the home in a strategic manner ensuring its sustainability, viability, and progress.

Key Skills Required:

To be successful in this role of Registered Care Manager, it is essential you have the following skills and attributes.

Must hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care Minimum Experience 2 years of management experience previous registration with Ofsted. Effective leadership and time management skills Good working knowledge and understanding of current care legislation Place high-quality outcomes at the heart of everything in the residential home Understand the importance of providing flexible and personalised packages to meet the needs of every young person Has successful experience working in partnership with local authorities, parents, and other stakeholders A current full UK driving licence

Highlands Group is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment

If you are a dynamic self-motivated, compassionate individual looking for a challenging and rewarding job we would like to hear from you please contact Jackie Smeeth on 07716639564 for further information.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 52,328.00 per year

Experience:

Management experience ( Ofsted ): 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Level 5 for leadership for Health and Social Care (required) Full UK driving licence (required)
Work Location: In person