Children's Registered Home Manager

Metropolitan Borough of Solihull Source: WhatJobs

£50,000–£60,000

Location: Solihull, B37
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum + bonus
Home: 3-bed EBD home
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

£50,000 - £60,000 per annum, dependent on experience
Additional bonus structure
30 days annual leave
Clear progression and career development opportunities
Supportive and knowledgeable management team
Dedicated Deputy Manager and care team
Opportunity to put your own stamp on the home
Opportunity to grow with a developing organisation
A rewarding position where you can make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people

Previous management experience within a children's residential setting
Ideally, at least 2 years' management experience within residential childcare
Experience working with children and young people with EBD and challenging behaviours
Minimum Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare / Children & Young People
Level 5 qualification or willingness to work towards this would be desirable
Strong knowledge of safeguarding and children's residential care regulations
Experience leading, motivating and developing a care team
Good understanding of Ofsted expectations and regulatory requirements
Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills
A genuine passion for improving the lives and outcomes of children and young people
The confidence and drive to lead and develop a children's home

Taking overall responsibility for the day-to-day management and operation of the children's home
Ensuring the home provides a safe, nurturing and child-focused environment
Leading, managing and developing the residential childcare team
Supporting staff to deliver high-quality and consistent care
Ensuring the home operates in line with legislation, regulations and safeguarding requirements
Maintaining high standards of care and ensuring the home is prepared for Ofsted inspections
Ensuring children's individual needs and care plans are effectively met
Promoting positive outcomes, independence and personal development for the young people
Building positive relationships with children, families, professionals and external agencies
Managing staff supervision, training, development and performance
Overseeing staffing levels and rota management
Monitoring the quality of care and identifying areas for improvement
Maintaining accurate records and ensuring all regulatory requirements are met
Working closely with the Deputy Manager and wider leadership team
Creating a positive culture within the home for both staff and young people