Registered Children''s Home Manager 
Cannock
£50,000

Benefits
Pulled from the full job description

• Annual leave

• Additional leave

• Company pension

• Casual dress

• Health & wellbeing programme

• Company events

• On-site parking

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced, qualified candidate to join a well-established children’s residential service. My client is an expanding provider offering a highly competitive salary and benefits package. The organisation specialises in supporting children and young people in care who have experienced early life trauma, neglect, or abuse, and as a result present with educational and behavioural difficulties.

• Competitive pay

• Access to employee wellbeing programme

• 28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days after 5 years of service

To be responsible for shaping and delivering the residential home’s Statement of Purpose and leading the team to meet its aims.
To provide high-quality care services that support the needs of children and young people, advocate for their well-being, and provide strong and motivational leadership to the team.

• Manage a residential home, ensuring efficient operation in accordance with relevant legislation, policies, procedures, and the home''s Statement of Purpose.

• Safeguard and promote individual rights, providing quality care that is inclusive and respectful of differences.

• Develop and implement a service plan ensuring high standards of care based on clinically informed practices.

• Support team members to achieve the highest standards of care for children and young people.

• Oversee casework and administrative functions; monitor and evaluate performance standards.

• Continuously assess the needs of children and young people and prepare appropriate development plans.

• Participate in recruitment, including vetting, interviewing, and induction of new staff.

• Contribute to the training and development programme to ensure staff possess the necessary skills and expertise.

• Maintain personal professional development records.

• Promote staff retention through effective support and organisation.

• Foster strong relationships between staff, young people, and stakeholders.

• Liaise with internal and external multidisciplinary teams to meet the care needs of children and young people.

• Chair meetings, reviews, and discussions as required.

• Ensure professional ethics and conduct are upheld by all staff.

• Provide leadership, support, and coaching to the residential team.

• Manage staff supervision, appraisals, and support systems.

• Organise staff rotas to ensure adequate coverage at all times.

• Adhere to financial and administrative procedures, working within set budgets.

• Ensure professional practice and medication procedures comply with legislation.

• Collaborate with other managers to meet the emotional and physical needs of children and young people.

• Be accountable to regulatory bodies regarding home management practices.

• Register with the regulator and maintain compliance with registration requirements.

• Ensure regulatory documentation is completed to a high standard and be available for inspections.

• Promote therapeutic relationships and active participation of young people in the daily life of the home.

• Participate in an on-call system.

• Maintain a clean, safe environment and ensure timely repair/maintenance of the building.

• Take part in corporate and management activities as directed by the Director of Care.

• Perform any other duties as required by operational managers or their representatives.

• Ensure safe working practices in line with health and safety legislation.

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services (or equivalent)

• Proven senior-level experience in a residential children''s home

• Strong understanding of the Children Act 1989 and safeguarding procedures

• Sound working knowledge of Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and Care Standards 2000

• Demonstrated ability in leadership, report writing, team management, and inter-agency working

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

• Ability to develop and encourage staff through professional development

• Confident in giving presentations and participating in strategic planning

• IT, numeracy, and literacy skills to a required professional standard

• Strong organisational and leadership capabilities

• Ability to motivate and influence others

• Honest, reliable, and approachable

• Committed to achieving the best outcomes for children

• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing personal development

• Proactive and solution-oriented

• Creative, enthusiastic, and flexible

• On-call duties as a Registered Manager

• Willingness to provide occasional overnight cover

• Valid driving licence required

• Core hours: Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm with on-call responsibilities