Duties and Responsibilities

Manage the children’s home in accordance with the guidelines provided by Ofsted and other regulatory bodies.This role involves providing outstanding care for children within our residential home.Providing leadership and management of the home.Managing the home to safeguard and promote the wellbeing of the young people. Ensuring that the welfare of the young people is the paramount consideration in the provision of the service.Managing the home’s staff team.Manage a top-quality service within the home aiming to achieve a ''Good'' or ''Outstanding'' Ofsted rating.Providing a therapeutic environment that promotes and supports young people’s recovery from abusive and traumatic life experiences.Maintaining occupancy levels that are both commensurate with the business needs of the service and needs of the children within the home.Representing the home to outside agencies and ensuring compliance with the statutory requirements imposed by them and requirements of commissioners.You will recognise and understand the strength of multidisciplinary team working and will have the ability to build purposeful relationships with both staff and residents to ensure we listen to and meet their needs safely and in the best way possible.You will create the right conditions for a welcoming environment in which children, young people and staff can feel safe and thrive.Complete any reasonable and lawful instruction related to work and given by an authorised person.Person Specification

Education

Level 5 diploma in Leadership and Management (Residential Childcare pathway) or equivalent – EssentialRequirements

At least two years of experience as a Registered Manager in an OFSTED registered Childrens Residential Home with a minimum ‘Good’ Ofsted rating – EssentialFull UK driving licence and access to a vehicle – EssentialAn enhanced DBS on the update service – EssentialAbility to work flexibly as per the needs of the home – EssentialDesired Attributes

A passion for working with children.Friendliness and a kind and caring nature.Compassion and understanding.Being patient.An ability to build trust and relationships with others.Proven team player and able to work independently.Organisational skills, including time management.Employment details

Full Time, PermanentSalary: £50,000 - £55,000Monday to Friday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm (Flexible- the schedule might change to include some evenings/ weekend work, based on the needs of the home) (also there will be an on-call expectation)

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