Job Description

About Us

At Living Waters Services, we work in partnership with local authorities to support vulnerable children, young

people, and adults through the provision of nurturing, person-centred environments tailored to individual needs.

Our mission is to ensure that those we support feel a genuine sense of belonging--believing that a comfortable,

safe home is fundamental to wellbeing and personal growth.

With the help of our qualified and compassionate team, we offer services that address complex emotional,

behavioural, and mental health needs. We are committed to helping local authorities meet their responsibilities by

delivering responsive care that reduces risk and promotes independence.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Ofsted Registered Manager (LD Short breaks home) ready to step up and create a safe, nurturing home where children can thrive.

You will have the autonomy you need as an RM while working alongside

experienced Responsible Individual who is committed to ensuring the home

operates to the highest standards.

As the RM, you will also act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, bringing your

expertise and passion for safeguarding children to the heart of everything we do.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure full compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 Maintain and work toward a Good or Outstanding Ofsted rating Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people Deliver personalised care and involve children in decision?making Develop and maintain Care Plans and Risk Assessments Lead, support, and supervise a committed staff team Plan and coordinate activities, holidays, and events Conduct staff supervisions and annual performance appraisals Manage the home's budget and financial records Oversee the upkeep and maintenance of the home Complete all mandatory training within the probation period Ensure all staff training is completed within statutory timeframes Report regularly to the RI and Operations Manager Obtain and maintain Ofsted registration Maintain active registration with the DBS Update Service

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What We're Looking For

? Experience:

2+ years in Residential Childcare (required)
1+ year management experience within a Residential Children's Home (required)
? Qualifications

cations & Requirements:

Level 3 Diploma in Children's and Young People Workforce (required)
Level 5 Leadership & Management in Residential Childcare (preferred)
Full UK Driving Licence (required)
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What We Offer

A competitive salary between 42,000 - 45,000 per year

The chance to lead a brand?new home with a supportive, trauma-informed team

Ongoing professional development and training

A workplace where your expertise and leadership directly shape positive outcomes

for young people

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Work Location: In person - Rugby

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and create a safe, nurturing

environment where children can truly thrive, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today and be part of something special at Living Waters Services

Benefits:

Company events

Company pension

On-site parking

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 42,000.00-45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events On-site parking
Application question(s):

Have a valid and clean UK Drivers licence
Experience:

Ofsted Registered Manager : 2 years (required)
Willingness to travel:

100% (required)
Work Location: In person