Registered Manager

You'll ensure the highest standards of care, inspire your team, and take ownership of every aspect of the home's operation.\n\nWhat You'll Be Doing\n\nLeadership & Team Management\n\nProviding visible, inspiring leadership and guidance to your team\nManaging colleague performance, appraisals, supervisions and personal development plans\nLeading team meetings, therapeutic consultations and inductions\nPromoting a culture of high expectations, collaboration and continuous improvement\nManaging whistleblowing concerns and ensuring they are recorded and reported correctlyCare Practice\n\nSafeguarding and actively promoting the welfare of young people\nProviding nurturing, therapeutic, child-centred care that supports each young person's development and sense of identity\nWorking with consistent boundaries to create safety and stability\nContributing to care planning, reviews and multi-agency meetings\nLiaising with schools, social workers and other professionals to achieve the best outcomesQuality Assurance & Compliance\n\nEnsuring the home operates in line with Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards\nCompleting monthly Reg 45 reports and submitting to Ofsted within timescales\nSupporting Reg 44 visits and Responsible Individual audits, addressing actions promptly\nFacilitating Ofsted inspections and responding to all recommendations\nMaintaining accurate recording and reporting systems across the teamFinancial & Environment Management\n\nManaging budgets, petty cash and expenditure in line with financial procedures\nMonitoring agency use, occupancy levels and resource allocation\nMaintaining a safe, homely environment that meets health, safety and regulatory requirements\nOverseeing maintenance, facilities management and the upkeep of the home and groundsWhat We're Looking For\n\nExtensive experience in children's residential care, including management\nLevel 3 Diploma in Children's and Young People's Workforce (essential)\nLevel 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Residential Children's Services (essential or willingness to work towards)\nStrong knowledge of safeguarding, relevant legislation and the statutory framework for residential care\nExcellent leadership, communication and organisational skills\nFull UK driving licence\nA genuine commitment to providing a nurturing, empowering environment for young peopleWhy Join Us?\n\n🎉 £7,500 welcome bonus\nReal Living Wage employer with competitive pay rates\nChristmas bonus and generous refer-a-friend scheme\nLife assurance and financial wellbeing service\nTastecard, Blue Light Card and MyGym discounts\nComprehensive induction programme (face-to-face, online and shadowing)\nTherapeutic training and support via our SHINE programme\nOngoing CPD and professional development opportunities\nFree, confidential employee assistance programme\nSupportive management and senior leadership teamSearch is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age