Doncaster, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
£55,000 - £0
Permanent
Service Manager / Registered Manager – Family Assessment Centre
Doncaster Salary: Competitive (Negotiable DOE) Start Date: ASAP
The Opportunity
A brand-new Family Assessment Centre is opening in Doncaster. Developed in direct partnership with Doncaster Council, this high-priority project is being fast-tracked for an official opening in March 2026.
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced leader to join the project during the commissioning phase and help shape a flagship service from the ground up.
The Service
The facility is a large-scale, high-quality provision with the capacity to support up to 12 families. The environment is designed to provide varied levels of support:
-
5 self-contained flats for independent living assessments.
-
7 residential spaces within the main house for more intensive, shared-environment support.
A Responsible Individual (RI) is already in post to oversee the project. The focus is now on appointing a Manager to lead day-to-day operations and ensure the service is fully prepared for its first intake.
The Role
The successful candidate will start immediately to oversee the final setup phase. This role is essential for establishing the team, developing operational cultures, and ensuring all clinical standards are met ahead of the March launch.
Key Responsibilities:
-
Commissioning & Setup: Work alongside the RI to finalize the physical environment and operational policies.
-
Team Building: Lead the recruitment, induction, and mentoring of a new team of support workers and assessors.
-
Compliance: Ensure the service adheres to all OFSTED regulations and local authority requirements.
-
Assessment Management: Oversee the delivery of evidence-based parenting assessments and high-quality reporting.
Requirements
-
Proven leadership experience within Residential Childcare or Family Assessment settings.
-
In-depth knowledge of OFSTED frameworks and safeguarding procedures.
-
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (or equivalent).
-
Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced commissioning period.
Benefits of the Role
-
Direct Impact: The chance to put a professional stamp on a new service during the pre-opening phase.
-
Strategic Backing: Strong local authority support, ensuring a streamlined registration and referral process.
-
Professional Growth: Leadership of a large, diverse residential site with both flat and house-based provisions.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately for a confidential discussion.
If this position sounds of interest, please click 'Apply'. One of the Vetro team will be in touch to talk about the role in more detail and your experience.
At Vetro Recruitment we have over 100 years' combined recruitment experience helping people plan their career path, navigate the job market and find their ideal role. We are REC GOLD accredited and CIW registered and pride ourselves on the service we offer our clients and candidates. We will work alongside you at all stages of the job application process and help you identify, apply for and secure your ideal role.
Whether you are looking for a permanent or temporary position we're here to help.
www.vetrorecruitment.co.uk
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.
