Job Title: Registered Manager - Children's Home
Location:Northampton
Salary: Paying up to £65,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Hours: Full time, permanent role
What's expected of me as Registered Manager?
Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Manager to oversee their children's home, catering to Children and Young People with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and Challenging Behaviours, LD, Mental Health, Complex Care requirements, subject to the service users in the home. Reporting to a supportive Regional Manager, the successful candidate will lead a core team of senior & support staff, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and support to the residents.
What are the key responsibilities as a Registered Manager?
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the solo children's home, promoting a fun, casual, and safe environment for the resident.
- Lead and motivate a team of support staff, providing guidance, supervision, and support as required.
- Develop and implement individual care plans tailored to the specific needs of the resident, in collaboration with external agencies and stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, maintaining standards of care in line with Ofsted regulations.
- Foster positive relationships with the resident's family members, promoting open communication and involvement in care decisions.
- Facilitate staff training and development initiatives, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of care provision, implementing changes and improvements as necessary to enhance resident outcomes.
- Collaborate with the Regional Manager to set and achieve key performance targets, including occupancy levels, staff retention, and resident satisfaction.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation, including financial budgets, staffing rotas, and incident reports.
- Act as a point of contact for external agencies, representing the home and advocating for the needs of the resident.
What are the minimum requirements as a Residential Manager?
- Previous esidential experience and minimum of 2 years working within a children's home setting, and supporting young people with EBD, LD, Mental health, complex care requirements, Autism or challenging behaviours.
- NVQ Level 5 in Leadership for Social Care Services (or recognised equivalent)
- Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with a compassionate and empathetic approach to working with young people and their families.
- Sound knowledge of relevant governing legislation and understanding of Ofsted regulations.
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