Registered Children's Home Manager
Posted 1 day 15 hours ago by Purosearch Ltd
Children's Home Manager
Location: Birmingham
Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum (DOE)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and committed Children's Registered Manager to lead and open a new Intake and Assessment residential home. This role is ideal for a passionate leader who is driven to deliver high-quality, trauma-informed care and create lasting positive outcomes for young people.
What's on Offer- Competitive salary up to £60,000 (DOE)
- Long-term incentive plan linked to leadership contribution
- Comprehensive induction to fully support you into your role
- Management Development Training Programme and ongoing leadership development
- Excellent employee benefits, including:
- Pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Service
- Wellbeing Programme
- Recommend-a-Friend scheme
- Team Rewards (discounted restaurants, family days out)
- Long Service Awards
The successful candidate will ensure the home achieves at least a "Good" Ofsted rating and will be responsible for:
- Developing tailored, person-centred care plans for each young person
- Building, leading and supporting a high-performing staff team
- Creating effective systems to ensure young people are fully consulted about their care
- Allocating Key Workers and overseeing the delivery of individual care plans
- Upholding exceptional care standards aligned with regulatory requirements and the Home's Statement of Purpose
- Managing complaints, safeguarding issues and child protection concerns
- Working collaboratively with families and multi-agency professionals
- Attending and contributing to care planning and review meetings
- Promoting a safe, nurturing and positive culture within the home
- Managing resources and budgets effectively to ensure the home operates successfully
- A genuine passion for improving the lives of young people
- Minimum 2 years' experience in children's residential care, including 1 year in a supervisory role within the past 5 years
- Level 3 Children's Residential Care qualification (essential)
- Level 5 Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (preferred). Candidates without this must enrol within 6 months
- Strong understanding of Quality Standards, SCCIF, legislation and regulatory frameworks
- Strong organisational, planning, budgeting and leadership skillsConfident communication skills, both written and verbal
- Understanding of trauma-informed practice and the needs of children with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties
- Full UK driving licence
This is a chance to join a forward-thinking organisation committed to delivering exceptional care. You'll be part of a supportive leadership environment with opportunities to grow, develop, and progress your career while making a meaningful difference every day.