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Children's Home Registered Manager

Reference: 14294
Location
Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom
Salary
£50000 - £55000
Contract Type
Permanent

Job Title: Children's Home Registered Manager

Location: Taunton, Somerset

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Children's Home Registered Manager to lead and manage a children’s residential home in Taunton, Somerset. This pivotal role involves ensuring the home operates in compliance with legislative and regulatory standards, delivering high-quality care, and supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Registered Manager based in Taunton, your daily duties will include:

  • Leading the day-to-day operation of the children’s home, ensuring compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and other relevant legislation.
  • Managing and developing the home team to deliver a holistic, therapeutic approach to care.
  • Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all young people in the home, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
  • Building strong relationships with external agencies such as social services, health providers, and education teams to support young people's needs.
  • Overseeing the development and implementation of individual care and support plans, including risk assessments and behaviour management strategies.
  • Ensuring accurate and timely recording of incidents, safeguarding concerns, and daily activities using the clients reporting system.
  • Leading staff recruitment, supervision, and performance management to maintain high standards of care.
  • Promoting participation and ensuring young people’s voices are heard and respected in all aspects of their care.

Requirements & Qualifications:

To be successful as a Registered Manager, you will need:

  • NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management or equivalent.
  • Proven experience managing a children’s residential home or similar setting.
  • Strong knowledge of Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, safeguarding, and child protection procedures.
  • Mandatory compliance with Enhanced DBS Check and Full UK Driving Licence.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.

Benefits & Work Environment:

  • Competitive salary with regular pay reviews.
  • Generous pension scheme.
  • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
  • Supportive team environment committed to high standards of care.

If you are a qualified Children's Home Registered Manager seeking a rewarding leadership role in Taunton, apply today!

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.

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