Registered Manager

Job Title: Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home

Salary: Grade 10, �44,401 - �48,356 per annum (pay award pending), based on experience
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time
Hours: 37 hours per week
Closing Date: 1st December 2024
Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure required for appointment to this post

Location: Doncaster, UK

About Us

Our Residential and Inspiring Futures Teams Service provides compassionate, high-quality care for children and young adults, supporting them in reaching their potential. Our in-house children's homes are rated "Outstanding" or "Good" by Ofsted, and we offer a nurturing, therapeutic environment where young people can heal, grow, and thrive.

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate Registered Manager to lead one of our four-bed residential children's homes, providing critical oversight, guidance, and support to a dedicated team. The successful candidate will focus on delivering a therapeutic, relationship-based approach to care while ensuring the highest standards of safety, compliance, and well-being for our residents.

In this strategic role, you will manage quality assurance, performance, budgeting, and staff development. You will collaborate closely with internal and external partners, ensuring children's voices shape our services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a four-bed children's home, fostering a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment.
• Implement therapeutic practices to support emotional, psychological, and social well-being.
• Ensure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations 2015, Ofsted standards, and safeguarding requirements.
• Oversee budget management, quality assurance audits, and service improvement action plans.
• Mentor and develop staff, promoting a culture of continuous learning.
• Act as an advocate for Doncaster Council and prioritise the needs of the children in your care.

About You

• Experience: At least 2 years in a relevant role within children's residential care and a minimum of 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Qualifications: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Child Care (or willingness to complete within 3 years of appointment).
• Skills: Strong therapeutic care knowledge, leadership, communication, and budget management skills.
• Commitment: Dedicated to achieving "Good" or "Outstanding" Ofsted ratings and improving outcomes for children in care.

Why Join Us?

• Join a supportive, impactful team that's making a difference.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including up to 33 days annual leave (excluding public holidays) and access to the South Yorkshire Pension Authority.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Staff well-being and discount programs.

Application Information Please submit a supporting statement with your application, detailing your experience and skills as they relate to the job profile.

We look forward to welcoming a new Registered Manager to our dedicated team!