Job Description

Experienced Registered Manaager or Deputy Manager looking to step up required for existing and new Children's Homes. Also opportunities available for dual home Manager. Please feel free to contact for an informal chat, especially any experienced RM's wanting to look for the next step progression.

To undertake managing day to day operations and responsibility for Ofsted requirements and standards. Will need to show previous experience of managing childrens' home and ideally having obtained 'Good' or 'Outstanding' Ofsted grades previously.

Primary Responsibilities/Activities

Offer leadership and management to a diverse residential care team which strives towards excellence in residential childcare provision. Be suitable to promote and facilitate the healthy development of the children and young people placed in residential care. Protect young people from threats to their health, welfare and normal development, both from inside and outside the home(s). Ensure that young people facing particular crises and stresses are offered appropriate additional support as necessary. Ensure that the young people carry as much responsibility for their own lives as they can reasonably and demonstrably be expected to carry, keeping them informed of their circumstances and rights, involving them in planning their lives, supporting them and helping them towards taking greater control and responsibility. Ensure transitions for children are well planned, especially admission and discharge To implement and ensure consistent practice in the home which meets the policies and procedures of the home Apply the Statement of Purpose Ensure compliance with the Children's Act 1989 and 2004, Children's Home Regulations and associated regulations, the Children's Homes Quality Standards and any recommendations outlined by Ofsted. Be responsible for the deployment of staff in their team, to meet their team's tasks effectively within the household and into the weekend and school holidays. Chair appropriate meetings as required. Perform On Call duties as required. Ofsted inspection requirements Managing the Ofsted inspection process to achieve the highest possible evaluation and Standards of Care. Ensure all weekly and monthly checks are in line with the self-evaluation cycle to support the Reg 45 Audit

Benefits

A competitive salary, with Bonus structure in place in 2024 A committed senior management team Workplace pension scheme Ofsted Bonus / Christmas Party DBS Check funded Refer-a-friend award Long service awards On-going career development through training and qualifications Career progression available through being a growing company
You must hold relevant professional qualifications (ideally level 5), manual driving license and enhanced DBS will be required.

Excellent salary and bonus package available and is negotiable depending upon experience.

Oaktree Childcare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Oaktree Childcare is committed to attracting and recruiting the people who are best suited to meet the requirements of our vacancies without regard to race, ethnic origins, colour, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, age, gender or marital status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to 61,560.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

RM: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person