Registered Manager - Children's Residential - Search : Job Details

Job Title: Registered Manager - Children's Home

Location: Swinderby, Lincoln

Salary: £43,000 - £48,000 per annum

Hours: Mon-Fri Full time, but flexibility will be required based on service requirements

Benefits as a Registered Manager

• Enhanced holiday allowance - 35 days
• Enhanced overtime rates
• Life Assurance
• Blue Light Card offering discounts in over 15,000 retail stores and restaurants
• Fully funded qualifications and DBS checks

About our client

We are pleased to be working with an exceptional provider of services for people with autism, learning difficulties and complex needs. A unique opportunity to lead a team providing both an integrated education and care package, for children up to the age of 19.

What's expected of me as Registered Manager?

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Manager to oversee their 5 bedded service in Swinderby. Working independently, reporting to their Operations Manager, you will be leading and inspiring a team to help care and support children with Learning disabilities, autism and behaviours of concern.

What are the key responsibilities as a Registered Manager?

• Lead and motivate a team of support staff, providing guidance, supervision, and support as required.
• Develop and implement individual care plans tailored to the specific needs of the resident, in collaboration with external agencies and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, maintaining standards of care in line with Ofsted regulations.
• Foster positive relationships with the resident's family members, promoting open communication and involvement in care decisions.
• Facilitate staff training and development initiatives, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of care provision, implementing changes and improvements as necessary to enhance resident outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation, including financial budgets, staffing rotas, and incident reports.
• Act as a point of contact for external agencies, representing the home and advocating for the needs of the resident.

What are the minimum requirements as a Residential Manager?

• At least 2 years' Management/supervisory within a care setting within the past 5 years.
• QCF Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent and willing to complete the level 5 QCF within 2 years.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with a compassionate and empathetic approach to working with young people and their families.
• Supporting the care team to organise, exciting and engaging activities, trips and visits for the young people.
• Knowledge of learning disabilities and/or special needs including recent developments and person-centred planning

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