Children's Home Registered Manager

Join Our Team as a Children's Home Registered Manager!

Company: Area Camden
Location: London
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week (on-call included)
Salary: Base salary of £52,000, with potential earnings up to £58,600 through bonuses

Are you a passionate leader with a heart for making a difference in the lives of young people? At Area Camden, we have been recognized as an Ofsted-rated Outstanding and Good provider since 2013, and we are on the lookout for an experienced and dedicated Registered Manager to lead our new solo children's home in London.

Why Choose Area Camden?

When you join us, you become part of a team that prioritizes the well-being and development of children and young people. We believe in creating safe, nurturing environments where they can thrive. If you share our values and commitment to high-quality care, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Your Role and Responsibilities

As our Registered Manager, you will:

• Deliver high-quality, safe, and nurturing care for children and young people.
• Oversee day-to-day operations and ensure compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015.
• Lead and mentor staff, fostering a child-centered approach to care.
• Implement robust safeguarding systems and effective multi-agency collaboration.
• Drive continuous improvement in line with Area Camden's ethos and standards.

What We’re Looking For

We seek a qualified and experienced leader who can demonstrate:

• A Leadership and Management qualification (or willingness to work towards one) and NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children and Young People.
• Strong knowledge of childcare and safeguarding, including relevant legislation and regulations.
• Experience in managing staff teams with excellent communication skills.
• A genuine passion for children's homes and a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for young people.

Working Conditions

This is a full-time role, requiring 40 hours per week. You will manage your own rota and participate in the on-call schedule.

Benefits of Joining Us

• 6-month probation period.
• 32 days of annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing by 1 day per year for the first three years.
• Workplace pension (post-probation).
• Mobile phone provided.
• Ofsted performance bonuses: £3,000 for an Outstanding judgement and £1,500 for a Good judgement.
• Full occupancy bonus of £300 per month.
• Company car or £3,000 annual travel allowance.
• Local parking permit.
• 3-month notice period (except in disciplinary cases).
• Appointment subject to Ofsted approval.

Our Commitment

At Area Camden, we are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.

Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people, we would love to hear from you!