Registered Children’s Home Manager

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Published
March 26, 2025
Job Type
Perm  
Salary From:
£50,000
Salary To:
£60,000

Description

Registered Children's Home Manager

Location: Northampton City Centre

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum plus bonuses

About Us:

We are excited to announce the opening of our brand new 3-bedded EBD (Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties) children's home located in the heart of Northampton. Our mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for children and young people, helping them to achieve their full potential.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Children's Home Manager to lead and manage our new children's home. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties, and the ability to create a supportive and therapeutic environment. Experience in setting up a new home is desirable but not essential.

Key Responsibilities:

- Oversee the day-to-day management of the children's home, ensuring high standards of care and compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.

- Lead, manage, and develop a team of care professionals, providing supervision, support, and training.

- Develop and implement care plans tailored to the individual needs of the children and young people.

- Ensure the home provides a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment for all residents.

- Manage the home's budget, resources, and administrative tasks efficiently.

- Promote and maintain positive relationships with external agencies, families, and the local community.

- Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and other statutory requirements.

- Develop and implement policies and procedures that reflect best practices in the care of children with EBD.

- Monitor and evaluate the quality of care provided, implementing improvements where necessary.

- Handle safeguarding issues promptly and effectively, ensuring the safety and well-being of all residents.

Qualifications and Experience:

- NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).

- Previous experience as a Registered Manager in a children's home or similar setting.

- Experience in setting up a new children's home is desirable but not essential.

- Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and other relevant legislation.

- Excellent leadership, management, and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

- A passion for working with children and young people with EBD.

Benefits:

- Competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000 per annum plus bonuses.

- Opportunity to make a significant impact in a new and growing service.

- Ongoing professional development and training.

- Supportive and collaborative working environment.

- Generous holiday allowance.

- Pension scheme.

Please send your CV through to Ben on [email protected]

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