Residential Manager

Registered Manager

• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Oldham Council (Various Locations within Oldham)
• Salary: £45,700 - £49,700 per annum (Depending on Experience)

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Manager to oversee the operations of our children's residential homes, ensuring compliance with the Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards 2015. This role involves accountability for the day-to-day management of the residential establishment/s, aligning with the policies of the Local Authority and the Department’s operational policies. The position requires working some weekends and evenings.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Provide a planned and safe environment that offers care, support, and nurture, maintaining and promoting the emotional and physical well-being of children and young people.
• Ensure the physical aspects of the children’s home meet or exceed the Quality Standards.
• Develop, implement, review, and record CLA materials in collaboration with Field Social Workers for each child or young person.
• Contribute to the development of Child Care Services and professional standards throughout the Department.
• Maintain effective external contacts to support the home’s objectives, such as schools, health services, and Ofsted.
• Supervise and develop staff to ensure the Statement of Purpose and management objectives of the home are met.
• Write and monitor Team and Business Plans, and Action Plans in response to Ofsted Inspection Reports.
• Oversee the appointment of staff and allocate work to ensure departmental standards and regulatory requirements are met.
• Monitor and report compliance with Regulations and Quality Standards to Ofsted.
• Foster professional development among staff, provide training, and act as an NVQ Assessor and/or Internal Verifier.
• Manage budgets delegated to the home/s and participate in an Out of Hours ‘On Call’ System.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Registered Manager in children's residential care.
• Strong understanding of the legal and regulatory framework for children’s homes.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexibly, including weekends and evenings as required.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• NVQ Assessor and/or Internal Verifier qualifications are advantageous.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, pension scheme, health insurance, professional development opportunities, etc.]

To apply for this Registered Manager position, please send an updated copy of your cv to