Crediton , Devon, United Kingdom
£45000 - £55000
Permanent
Job Title: Registered Children's Home Manager - EBD Service
Location: Crediton, Devon, EX17, United Kingdom
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum
Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Children's Home Manager or a Deputy Manager ready to take the next step in their career. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a small, 2-bed Children's Residential Home near Crediton, Devon, specialising in providing care and support for young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). The successful candidate will have full autonomy to manage the service, ensuring a high-quality, stable, and nurturing environment that promotes positive outcomes for young people. If you are child-focused, quality-driven, and passionate about making a difference, this role offers a rewarding challenge in a supportive setting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Hold Ofsted Registration for the children's home, ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards.
- Provide strong leadership, direction, and management to the residential team.
- Oversee care planning, safeguarding, risk management, and record-keeping processes.
- Manage budgets, resources, and administrative duties efficiently.
- Foster a positive culture that promotes the well-being and development of all young people.
- Ensure the delivery of high standards of care and support for young people with EBD.
- Maintain effective communication with stakeholders and external agencies.
Requirements:
- NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Children and Young People's Workforce or equivalent.
- Proven experience as a Deputy Manager or Registered Manager within a children's residential setting.
- Demonstrable experience working with and leading teams supporting young people with EBD.
- Full UK driving licence and access to a reliable car.
- (Desirable) NVQ/QCF Level 5 in Leadership and Management (Children's Services) or currently working towards it.
Benefits & Employee Well-being:
- Generous salary package of £45,000 - £55,000 per annum.
- 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
- Excellent opportunities for career progression due to organisational expansion.
- Fully funded training, including the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management.
- Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
- Company pension scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, and Cycle to Work scheme.
Ready to build an outstanding home? Apply today!
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