Job Description

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Are you a Registered Manager looking to work for an organisation with a different ethos? We are currently looking for a dedicated and child-centred Registered Manager to manage our three-bedded EBD home in Rossington near Doncaster.

You will be fully involved in the recruitment of your own staff team and will have a say in how the home is presented. Our recruitment department will take care of the staff onboarding process, meaning you can focus on the selection side of recruitment and preparing your home for the registration process.

You will be fully supported throughout by experienced Registered Managers, as well as having support from the Responsible Individual. The company has successfully registered several homes in the past 12 months, meaning we have all the resources and guidance in place to support you in registering the home.

If you do not hold the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, then we will enrol you on the qualification as soon as you commence your employment with us.

The Registered Manager is responsible for the efficient and effective running of the home, providing leadership and guidance to the staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting the safety and well-being of the Children and young people.

The Registered Manager is responsible for the efficient and effective running of the home, providing leadership and guidance to the staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting the safety and well-being of the Children and young people.

As a company, we recognise the importance of supporting our managers in achieving a work-life balance where possible. We are therefore receptive to the successful candidate having some flexibility in their role, whether it be around their start/finish times, or working from home days, that will allow them to focus on their CPD without the distractions of the home.

Job Role:

Registered Manager - Children's Residential.

Accountable to:

Responsible Individual, Senior Leadership Team.

Location:

Doncaster

Hours of Employment:

Full time - 40 hours per week.

Salary:

55,000.00

On-call:

Monday to Thursday (20.00 per night) and Friday to Sunday (40.00 per night)

Registration bonus - Upon successful registration, you will receive a one-off bonus of 2000.

Benefits:

32 Days Annual Leave including 8 bank holiday days

On Call Payments (payment per night) - please also note that the on-call is shared with SRCW's and DM, so this will bring some work-life balance.

Blue Sky Discount Card

Employee Health Assistance Scheme

Bonus payments for OFSTED rating and occupancy

Organisation Overview:

Our Children's Residential Service is a relatively new arm to the Safe Haven Group; however, we have been operating since 2013 and have a proven track record with the Local Authorities we serve, in providing care and support to young people and vulnerable adults.

We are a family business who value our management and staff team, who make staff feel like they are part of the bigger picture and are seen as individuals. We empower our managers to make decisions relating to the care of the children and young people in our service, where they are able to make informed decisions based on meeting needs and not financial targets.

Safe Haven Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all service users who use our services and as such we expect all staff to share this commitment. Safeguarding is taken very seriously at Safe Haven Group and is at the forefront of everything we do. Successful candidates who are made an Offer of Employment will be required to complete relevant compliance & safeguarding checks.

It is a contractual requirement for all employees across the organisation to comply with the missions and values as set out below:

Our Mission:

Our mission is to deliver a supportive and empowering service which enables us to deliver high quality support, care, and education.

Our core values and principles promote accountability which enables us to stay focused on well- being, keeping people safe from harm and supporting them to achieve their full potential.

Our Values:

Supportive: We provide caring, compassionate, and dedicated, support, care, and education to ensure people are safe and can thrive.
Accountable: We hold our support, care, and education services accountable to the highest
standards of safeguarding, integrity, transparency, ethics, and regulatory standards.
Focused: We stay focused on understanding each person's uniqueness through a person-centred approach. We see the whole person to provide tailored support, care, and education for every individual's needs on what makes the biggest difference in their lives.
Empowering: We empower people by building trusting relationships that focus on their strengths, dignity, and potential. Through compassionate support, care, and education we encourage and strive to achieve positive outcomes that enable people to reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

Ofsted Compliance:

Maintain full compliance with Ofsted regulations and standards, ensuring that the children's home operates within the statutory framework. Lead and participate in inspections, implementing any necessary improvements based on feedback and recommendations.
Leadership and Management:

Provide strong leadership to the staff team, fostering a positive and inclusive working environment. Oversee the recruitment, training, and development of staff, ensuring they are equipped to deliver high-quality care. Conduct regular staff meetings and supervision sessions to support professional development and address any concerns.
Child-Centred Care:

Ensure that the children receive the highest standard of care, support, and protection. Develop and implement care plans that meet the individual needs of each child, promoting their physical, emotional, and educational well-being.
Quality Assurance:

Implement and maintain robust systems for monitoring and evaluating the quality of care provided. Conduct regular internal audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement and take appropriate action.
Communication and Partnership:

Establish and maintain effective communication channels with external agencies, families, and professionals involved in the children's lives. Foster positive relationships with local authorities, social workers, and other stakeholders.
Financial Management:

Manage the budget for the children's home efficiently, ensuring resources are allocated effectively to meet the needs of the children. Monitor expenditure and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising the quality of care.

Qualifications/Experience/Skills/Person Specification:

Minimum Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare or equivalent, or willingness to obtain within the first 2 years of employment Significant experience in a management role within a residential childcare setting. Proven track record of successful Ofsted inspections and compliance, or proven understanding of this process where the manager has not previously undergone an inspection Strong understanding of relevant legislation and regulations governing children's homes. Excellent leadership and team management skills. Effective communication and interpersonal abilities. Strong organisational and problem-solving skills. Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Ability to work collaboratively with external agencies and professionals.
In line with The Asylum and Immigration Act 2006, we will only accept applications from candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK.

Please note that if you are put forward for an interview you will be asked to provide information with regards to any criminal records background. Any candidate who is successful at interview and is provided with an Offer of Employment will be required to undergo a criminal background check to ensure our service meets safeguarding standards. Please note it is a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that particular group (i.e. adults at risk, children or both)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Safe Haven (Support, Care & Education) Group is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 55,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

o Do you have a strong understanding of relevant legislation and regulations governing Children's Homes? o Do you have experience in a supervisory position within a Children's Residential setting? Do you have a NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management
Experience:

Children's Residential: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Full UK Driving Lesson (required)
Work Location: In person