Registered Childrens Home Manager ( Must be Ofsted Registered OR Experienced Deputy)

Solo Home

Manchester

Salary: £50k – £70k

BONUS: EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS PACKAGE

NO SPONSORSHIP

DRIVING LICENCE ESSENTIAL

CHILD-FOCUSED PROVIDER WITH STRON PROVEN EXPEREINCE IN THE SECTOR

Job Summary
We are seeking a Registered Manager to lead a new SOLO children’s home in central Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals with Ofsted registration experience or a senior role background to manage and develop a high-quality care environment for young residents. The role involves overseeing the home’s resources to ensure a positive, safe, and supportive living experience for children.

Reports to: Head of Care.

Role Overview
As the Registered Manager, you will oversee the children’s home, manage staff, and ensure the safety and wellbeing of residents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and support staff, providing feedback and development opportunities.
• Safeguard children and ensure policies are followed.
• Regularly review care plans, risk assessments, and ensure outcomes are met.
• Foster a supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Ensure a safe, positive living space for children and encourage community involvement.
• Lead staff recruitment, training, and development aligned with the home’s objectives.
• Manage budgets and oversee financial processes.
• Contribute to reviews for young people and prepare them for independence.
• Ensure health and safety protocols are followed for both children and staff.

Qualifications

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards).
• Secondary Education with literacy and numeracy skills.
• Valid driving licence.
• Enhanced DBS check required (employer covers cost).

Experience & Skills

• 2+ years’ experience in Residential Care, ideally in a senior or management role.
• Proven leadership and staff management experience (1+ year).
• Experience working with children with complex needs and behaviours.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant regulations and quality standards.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop teams.
• Ability to manage budgets and carry out audits effectively.
• Knowledge of Reg 44/Reg 45 reporting and children’s home regulations.

Key Attributes

• Resilient, motivated, and passionate about children’s care.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Calm, adaptable, and non-judgmental.
• Strong organisational and safeguarding knowledge.
• Full driving licence essential.

Benefits

• Annual Leave: 28 days + Bank Holidays.
• Overtime: Enhanced pay for any overtime.
• DBS Check: We cover the cost of your DBS check and further renewals.
• Qualifications: Access to relevant and up-to-date training courses.
• Staff Referral Scheme: £250 bonus for successful staff referral after probation completion.
• Discounts: Access to discounts at high-street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays, and even when buying a car via the Blue Light card available to Health and Social Care Employees.

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