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Reference: 11431
Location
Newmarket, Suffolk, United Kingdom
Salary
£50,000 - £55,000
Contract Type
Permanent

Children’s Home Manager (Nights)

Location: Newmarket, Suffolk, United Kingdom


Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Children's Home Manager to lead our night-shift provision within a Specialist Mental Health residential service. This role is ideal for an experienced Deputy Manager looking to "step up" into management or an established Manager seeking a specific night-shift leadership pattern.

The service caters to young people aged 12–18 who require intensive support due to mental illness and risks of self-injurious behaviours. You will assist the Head of Service in achieving the aims of the Statement of Purpose while ensuring a safe, nurturing environment during the night.

  • Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum (Dependent on experience).

  • Welcome Bonus: £5,000 bonus paid upon successful registration.

  • Incentives: Participation in a Management Incentive Plan to share in the long-term success of the company.

  • Hours: Permanent night shifts (3 – 4 nights per week).


Key Responsibilities and Duties

  • Operational Leadership: Manage the night-shift operations of the home, ensuring the safety and well-being of young people with complex mental health needs.

  • Clinical Awareness: Utilise knowledge of the Mental Health Act and trauma-informed care to support children with emotional and social difficulties.

  • Team Development: Lead and inspire a team of night staff, promoting self-reflection, core behavioural skills, and professional interaction.

  • Compliance: Ensure all night-shift activities align with The Quality Standards, SCCIF, and current childcare legislation.

  • Management Support: Assist the Head of Service in budget control, resource allocation, and the overall strategic objectives of the site.


Essential Requirements

  • Experience: At least 2 years in a role related to the residential care of children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years.

  • Qualifications: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare is essential.

  • Skills: Proficiency in planning, organizing, and team leadership. Confidence in professional spoken and written communication.

  • Specialist Knowledge: A strong understanding of the needs of children with behavioural and emotional difficulties, including trauma-informed management of challenging behaviour.

  • Licence: A Full UK Driving Licence is required.

  • Registration: Please note, this specific night-shift role does not hold the legal registration for the home.


Benefits and Career Growth

  • Professional Development: Access to an in-house Leadership Academy and a Management Development Training Programme designed to stretch and empower future leaders.

  • Wellbeing & Support: Access to a Wellbeing Programme, Employee Assistance Service, and Long Service Awards.

  • Rewards: Competitive pension scheme, "Recommend a Friend" bonus, and team rewards including discounted family days out and restaurants.

  • Culture: Join a large, stable national provider committed to "extraordinary days" for every child in care.


Safeguarding & Equality

We are a Disability Confident Employer and an Equal Opportunities Employer. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check and thorough reference verification covering a minimum of two years and all previous employment involving children or vulnerable adults.

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