Registered Manager - Children's Home

Join Our Team as a Registered Manager!

Company: Headway Adolescent Resources

Location: Badgworth, Axbridge

Salary: £46,202.89 per year (with potential earnings up to £53,402.89 through bonuses)

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Specific Hours: 40 hours per week

About Us

Since our inception in 1999, Headway Adolescent Resources has built a stellar reputation in the residential adolescent childcare sector. We pride ourselves on our holistic approach to caring for young people, recognizing their individuality and unique backgrounds.

Your Role

As our new Registered Manager, you will lead a dedicated team in a 3-bedded children's home located in a serene rural area. Your mission? To ensure that every young person receives high-quality care that enriches their living experience and helps them achieve their best outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a staff team of 6, fostering a positive and enthusiastic culture.
• Oversee the smooth administration of the home, ensuring compliance with all regulations.
• Produce, update, and monitor care plans and reports, meeting deadlines with an organized approach.
• Lead and motivate staff, providing training and development opportunities.
• Represent the company professionally to external agencies and within the local community.

About You

We are looking for someone who is passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people. You should have a positive, non-judgmental attitude and be committed to high standards of professional practice.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Recognized social work qualification (e.g., QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Children and Young People).
• QCF Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People Workforce or equivalent.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in residential care for children, including at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Thorough knowledge of Children’s Home legislation and Ofsted inspection requirements.
• Must be licensed to drive a manual car and have business insurance.
• Willingness to undertake on-call duties (approximately 2 per month).

Working Conditions

Join a supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. You will be part of a team that values your insights and encourages professional growth.

Benefits

• 22 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Occupancy Bonus: £175 per child after the first child (e.g., 3-bed home = 2 x £175 = £350 pcm).
• £2,000 car allowance.
• Ofsted Report Bonuses: £500 for a Good report and £1,000 for an Outstanding report.
• Non-contributory pension with a 9% employer contribution.
• Company sick pay after 6 months of probation.
• On-call payments: £10 per day (Mon-Fri) and £50 for weekends.
• Enhanced sick pay: 5 days full sick pay.

Headway Adolescent Resources is an equal opportunities employer, actively encouraging applications from qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All candidates will undergo thorough reference checks, including an enhanced DBS, as safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do.

Ready to make a difference? Join us in shaping the future of young lives!