Bala , Gwynedd, United Kingdom
£53000 - £65500
Permanent
Job Title: Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Care
Location: Bala, Gwynedd, Wales
Salary: Up to £53,000 per annum DOE plus £7,500 plus £5,000 Welcome Bonus
Job Description:
Are you passionate about transforming the lives of young people? We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Manager for a children’s residential home in Bala. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a team in delivering high-quality, tailored care and support to children with emotional, behavioural, and complex interpersonal needs. As the Registered Manager in Bala, you will play a vital role in fostering positive change and ensuring the well-being of young people in your care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and oversee comprehensive care plans tailored to each young person’s needs, including education, social, emotional, therapeutic, and health aspects.
- Recruit, support, and develop a strong team to ensure consistent, high standards of care.
- Implement systems to consult with young people about their care and involve them in decision-making.
- Assign Key Workers to implement individualised care plans effectively.
- Maintain high standards of care in line with regulatory requirements and the Home’s Statement of Purpose.
- Handle complaints and child protection concerns promptly and appropriately.
- Collaborate with parents, carers, and professionals to promote the welfare of young people.
- Participate in care planning and review meetings, ensuring the best outcomes for children.
- Foster a safe, nurturing environment and promote a positive culture within the home.
- Manage the home’s budget and resources efficiently, ensuring commercial success.
Requirements:
- Passionate about making a difference in the lives of children in care.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in residential care of children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years.
- Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care is essential.
- Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare is preferred; if not held, enrolment within 6 months of starting is required.
- Strong understanding of childcare legislation, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Excellent planning, organisational, and team leadership skills.
- Knowledge of managing children with behavioural, emotional, and social difficulties.
- Full UK driving licence is required.
Why Join Us?
This Registered Manager role in Bala offers a competitive salary, a supportive team environment, and opportunities for professional development through our in-house Leadership Academy. You will be part of a leading children’s care provider committed to making a positive impact every day. Enjoy benefits such as a pension scheme, employee assistance programme, wellbeing initiatives, and long-service awards.
Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.
