Ilminster, Somerset, United Kingdom
£53000 - £63000
Permanent
Job Title: Registered Children's Home Manager
Location: Ilminster, Somerset, UK
Salary: Up to £53,664 per annum + £10,000 performance-related bonus
Job Description:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and experienced Registered Children's Home Manager to lead a new children’s home in Ilminster, Somerset. This role offers the chance to be an inspirational leader within a forward-thinking service committed to providing exceptional care and support for children and young people who have faced significant trauma. As the Registered Children's Home Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of this innovative home, ensuring high standards of care, compliance, and positive outcomes for the children in your care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the children’s home in Ilminster, Somerset.
- Develop and implement care plans tailored to individual needs, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
- Supervise and support a multidisciplinary team, fostering professional development and team cohesion.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, and Ofsted requirements.
- Build strong relationships with children, families, and external agencies to promote positive outcomes.
- Oversee staff recruitment, training, and performance management.
- Maintain accurate records and prepare reports for regulatory bodies and senior management.
Requirements:
- Passion for working with children and young people, with experience in residential childcare.
- Current or willingness to pursue a QCF Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management in Residential Childcare.
- Minimum of two years’ recent supervisory or management experience within a Registered Children’s Home.
- Strong understanding of children’s legislation, regulations, and Ofsted standards.
- Ability to work collaboratively with partners and key stakeholders.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Enhanced DBS check (funded by Homes2Inspire).
Benefits:
- Up to £53,664 per annum salary, plus up to £10,000 in bonuses for successful outcomes.
- 33 days of annual leave, including Bank Holidays.
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development.
- Employee wellbeing support package and access to mental health and social work professionals.
- Life assurance, high street discounts, and healthcare cash plan.
- Opportunities for career progression within Homes2Inspire, Somerset County Council, or Somerset NHS Foundation Trust.
- Cycle to work scheme, on-site parking, and referral programme.
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.
