Job Description

DUAL Registered Manager - Therapeutic Children's Home Nottingham

An opportunity has risen for a Registered Manager for our Therapeutic Children's Home. We are looking for someone who is keen for a new and exciting role.

Competitive Salary Range of 55,000 - 60,000 per annum.

The role of a Dual Registered Manager is the person with overall responsibility for day-to-day management of the Children's Home and is accountable for the delivery of a high quality of service provision, incorporating care, welfare, safety and security of all children and young people in their care.

Supporting, leading and managing a team of staff who will provide protection and support the children with their physical, psychological, emotional & social development.

Person Specification

Essential

A Minimum of Level 3 Diploma in Children's Residential Service or equivalent Experience of working in a Senior or Strategic Role within a children's residential care setting GCSE in Maths and English at C Grade of above Resilient, enthusiastic, and motivated person Proven ability to lead staff teams and line management experience, including supervisions. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Able to work under own initiative and as part of a team. Excellent organisational skills Knowledge of Child Protection & Safeguarding Ability to drive and holds a current driving licence

Desirable

NVQ or Diploma Level 5 in Leadership & Management in Residential Children's Services or equivalent Previous experience in a Deputy Manager or Registered Manager role in a Residential Children's Care Setting Knowledge of the Children Act & Children's Homes Regulations Understanding and knowledge of Therapeutic Approach to Childcare

Duties & Responsibilities

Responsible for keeping an up-to-date register of all young people being admitted transitioned to another provision and discharged from the service. Health and safety policies and procedures, the registered individual is responsible for ensuring Health and Safety guidelines are adhered to. Ensure operational manning levels are maintained within the home. The registered manager must liaise with the HR team to arrange and assist in interviewing new staff. The manager has to ensure that you and your staff work in accordance with the Statement of Purpose and Function of the home. Understand, update and continuously improve relevant documents to include The Statement of Purpose, Young Person's Guide, policies and practice standards; seeking approval and communicating changes to others as appropriate. Demonstrate effective leadership to direct and support the staff team to deliver person-centered childcare working towards the best outcomes for each young person Manage, supervise and mentor staff; organize work patterns and training, and conduct and record regular supervisions and appraisals. Demonstrate a working knowledge, implement, adhere to and give guidance to other staff on: Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015, The Children Act 1989 & 2004, Care Standards Act 2000, Equal Opportunities Policies, National Quality Standards for Children's Homes, and Local Authority Child Protection Procedures, and any subsequent changes to said legislation. Demonstrate a working knowledge of Ofsted Inspection guidelines, promptly implementing any recommendations following an Inspection. Timely notification of any significant events or changes within the home, including completion of Regulation 45 Reports on time. Work cohesively and in partnership with team members and other professionals (Social Workers, Police, Education, and Health) to contribute and monitor the multidisciplinary assessment of children's needs, support children in order for them to reach their full potential as outlined in their care plans, and in accordance with FAST Policies & Procedures, Local Authority Instructions and relevant legislation. Ensure Local Authority Social Workers are notified of all significant events, incidents, important changes and physical interventions within 24 hours. Ensure that young people receive a sensitive residential service which best meets their individual social, racial, psychological, educational, cultural, physical identity and health care needs according to the Statement of Purpose. Ensure that the home is fit for purpose by ensuring that Fire Participate effectively in the on-call duty system. Additional responsibilities will include representation to Local Authorities and at panels, conference meetings and Strategy Groups; and analysing trends and Quality Assurance documentation to constantly strive to improve standards for young people in our care. Undertaking other duties as may be deemed appropriate from time to time.
Fast Supporting Services is looking for candidates who have proven managerial skills in a Residential Care Setting and are passionate about improving the lives and outcomes for children and young people as well as actively support/develop staff.

The post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, an employment background check, satisfactory references & verification of right to work in the UK.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 55,000.00-60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:

Nottingham NG9 2NH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Have you got minim 2 years experience working in a children's home as a manager or senior.
Experience:

manager: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person