Registered Manager - 4 Bed Children's Home

Job: Registered Manager – 4-bed Children’s Home
Location: Langley, Slough, Berkshire
Salary: £60,000
Role: Full-time, Permanent
  
Are you an experienced and passionate leader in the field of children's residential care? Are you seeking an exciting opportunity to lead an established Ofsted-rated Good home? If so, we have a rewarding role for you as a Registered Manager of a 4-bedded Children's Home located in Berkshire
  
We are working with a well-established Children’s Home provider who are dedicated to providing high-quality support and care to vulnerable children and young people. Due to internal progression, there is an exciting opportunity to lead an Ofsted-rated Good home that supports both males and females experiencing emotional and behavioural difficulties in Langley, Slough, Berkshire.
  
As the Registered Manager, you will have the unique opportunity to establish and oversee the operations of a new 2-bedded Children's Home. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure the delivery of high-quality care, safeguarding the welfare of children, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. This is an exciting opportunity for a compassionate leader who is committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young people.
 
Key Responsibilities for the Registered Manager:

• Lead and manage all aspects of the Children's Home, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, company policies, and best practices.
• Recruit, train, and manage a dedicated staff team, promoting a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous professional development.
• Develop and implement care plans for each child, in collaboration with relevant stakeholders, to meet their individual needs and aspirations.
• Create a warm and supportive environment, promoting positive relationships, trust, and stability for the children and young people.
• Ensure that all safeguarding procedures are rigorously followed, protecting the welfare and rights of the children in your care.
• Collaborate with external agencies, including local authorities and professionals, to provide holistic support and achieve positive outcomes.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of care delivery, implementing improvements as necessary.
• Manage budgets, resources, and administrative tasks to ensure efficient and effective operations.

Qualifications and Requirements for the Registered Manager:

• Previous experience as a Registered Manager within a children's residential care setting is essential.
• Demonstrable knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and best practices in children's residential care.
• Strong leadership abilities with the capacity to inspire and motivate a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling positive engagement with staff, children, families, and external stakeholders.
• A commitment to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of children and young people.
• Relevant professional qualifications (such as NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare or equivalent) are desirable but not essential.
• Full driving license and willingness to travel as required.

Salary and Benefits for the Registered Manager:

• Competitive salary of £60,000 per annum, commensurate with experience.
• Generous holiday allowance.
• Pension scheme.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• The opportunity to make a significant impact and shape the future of a new Children's Home.

How to Apply:
Please follow the instructions on this website to apply your interest, or alternatively for more information on this position please contact Drew Marlow at Archer Care Recruitment on