RESIDENTIAL CHILDREN’S HOME MANAGER - LEAD A BRAND NEW THERAPEUTIC SERVICE
Are you an experienced, compassionate, and resilient leader ready to open and manage a brand new children’s home? We are looking for an innovative Registered Manager to join our team in Guildford and create a therapeutic, young person-centred service from the ground up.
This is a unique opportunity to shape a home that will support vulnerable young people, aged 15-18, with learning disabilities as they transition to more independent living. Your role will be instrumental in building a positive, caring environment based on our Positive Behaviour Support approach.
PAY & BENEFITS
- Salary: We offer a competitive salary of £60,000–£65,000 per year.
- Therapeutic Environment: Work within a service that has a designated psychologist to support the home.
- Development: Access to extensive training and a structured leadership development program.
- Generous Leave: Enjoy generous annual leave plus bank holidays, as well as an employee pension scheme and a company vehicle for work use.
The Role
As the Registered Manager, you will be accountable for the overall management and success of this new 4-bed residential service. You will provide strategic and operational leadership, ensuring the home operates to the highest standards of care, welfare, and safety.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Operational Management: Take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring full compliance with the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and all associated Quality Standards.
- Leadership & Development: Inspire and lead a team of staff, ensuring they have the necessary training, supervision, and support to excel in their roles.
- Safeguarding: Act as the safeguarding lead, ensuring all risks are identified and acted upon immediately to protect the well-being of the young people.
- Compliance: Maintain a state of “Ofsted readiness” at all times, with the goal of achieving an Outstanding rating within three years.
- Relationship Building: Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with social workers, education partners, clinicians, and other external agencies.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience: At least two years of experience in a residential leadership position and a minimum of two years of experience working with vulnerable young people, particularly those with a learning disability.
- Qualifications: You must hold a QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Children’s Residential Care. We may consider a Level 3 candidate who is actively working towards their Level 5.
- Knowledge: A deep understanding of relevant legislation, Ofsted regulations, and a proven track record of positive inspection outcomes.
- Approach: Experience with therapeutic or Positive Behaviour Support models is essential. You must demonstrate empathy, patience, and the ability to inspire and manage a team effectively.
- Commitment: The role requires a willingness to cover on-call duties and work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.
If you are a motivated and compassionate leader ready to make a profound difference and build a service from the ground up, we encourage you to apply.
This role is subject to an enhanced DBS and reference check. Applicants are required to provide evidence of COVID-19 vaccination.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £60,000.00-£65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Guildford GU2 9JX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- How many years of working in children’s supported living/ residential
Education:
- Certificate of Higher Education (required)
Experience:
- Registered Manager: 2 years (required)
- childrens home: 4 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Home manager- Surry
Expected start date: 01/09/202
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