NFP People Limited • Sittingbourne ME10 1LT
About this role
Registered Manager
We are seeking an experienced and ambitious Registered Manager to lead the launch of a brand-new children's residential home, creating a safe, therapeutic and nurturing environment where young people can thrive.
Position
Registered Manager
Salary
£50,000 - £65,000 per annum plus performance bonus of up to £10,000
Location
Sittingbourne, Kent
Hours
40 hours per week
Contract
Permanent, Full Time
Closing Date
Applications reviewed on a rolling basis
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to take the lead in opening a new 3-bedroom children's home supporting young people with Emotional Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and mild learning difficulties.
You will have the opportunity to build the service from the ground up, recruit and develop your own team, and establish a positive culture focused on achieving outstanding outcomes for children and young people.
Key responsibilities include
- Leading the full opening of the children's home from recruitment through to occupancy
- Recruiting, developing and inspiring a high-performing staff team
- Ensuring compliance with Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Ofsted requirements
- Developing and overseeing individual care plans
- Acting as the Registered Person with Ofsted
- Maintaining high standards of safeguarding and quality assurance
- Building positive relationships with children, families, social workers and external agencies
- Driving continuous improvement through audits, feedback and staff development
- Managing budgets, occupancy levels and overall service performance
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or willingness to complete within three years
- A minimum of two years' experience within a children's residential setting during the last five years
- At least one year of supervisory or management experience
- Strong knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and the Ofsted inspection framework
- A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle
Desirable experience includes
- Opening a new children's home or similar service
- Achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted ratings
- Supporting children with EBD and mild learning difficulties
- Trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches to care
- Recruiting and developing new teams
- Managing budgets and service performance
This opportunity may suit an experienced Deputy Manager looking to step into a Registered Manager position.
About the Organisation
This organisation is launching its first children's home with a clear vision to deliver high-quality, child-centred care. Focused on supporting both children and staff, the organisation is committed to creating a positive culture where wellbeing, development and exceptional outcomes are at the heart of everything they do.
Benefits include
- Up to £10,000 annual performance bonus
- 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
- Free meals whilst on shift
- Health and wellbeing programme
- Company events and team-building activities
- £1,000 referral bonus
- Cycle to work scheme
- Company pension
- Free on-site parking
- Casual dress
- Enhanced sick pay
- Potential for 1-2 days home working by agreement
Other roles you may have experience of could include:Deputy Manager, Children's Home Manager, Residential Care Manager, Residential Children's Services Manager, Assistant Manager, Senior Residential Support Worker, Children's Residential Team Leader, Care Manager, Service Manager, Supported Accommodation Manager.
If you are passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people and want the opportunity to shape a brand-new service from day one, we would love to hear from you.