Role: Registered Manager - OFSTED

Location: Orpington

Hours: Full Time

Salary: £45,000 - £65,000 dependent on experience

Leader Group have partnered with an amazing organisation seeking an experienced Registered Manager, Deputy Manager, or Team Leader ready to step up into a Registered Manager role for a brand-new children's residential home in Orpington.

This is a 3-bed home supporting children and young people aged 8-17 with EBD (Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties) and mild Learning Disabilities.

About the home:

• 1st home of its kind with a strong and supportive team already in place, including an RI, DM, and support staff.
• RI comes from a consultancy service provider, ensuring high-quality standards and guidance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the home, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment for children and young people.
• Lead, mentor, and support staff, including the Deputy Manager and Support Workers, fostering a positive team culture.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and standards, striving for a Good or Outstanding rating.
• Develop and implement care plans tailored to each child's needs, focusing on promoting their emotional, physical, and social development.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively, ensuring financial stability of the home.
• Work closely with the Director, who is a qualified General Practice Nurse, and the Responsible Individual (RI) from a consultancy service provider.
• Build strong relationships with external agencies, social workers, and families to ensure the best outcomes for the children in your care.
• Take responsibility for the home's registration with Ofsted and ensure that all policies, procedures, and paperwork are up to date.

Requirements:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards it).
• At least 2 years of management experience in a children's residential setting (Deputy Manager or Team Leader experience will be considered).
• A proven track record of achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted ratings.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team.
• Knowledge of Ofsted regulations and Children's Home Regulations 2015, including the Quality Standards.
• Passion for improving the lives of vulnerable children and young people.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with staff, children, families, and external agencies.

If you have the background and passion to make a difference, this is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your career.

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