Children's Home Registered Manager

Join Our Team as a Registered Manager!

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people? At Area Camden, we are on the lookout for an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to lead our new solo children's home in London. With a strong reputation for excellence, we have been an Ofsted-rated Outstanding and Good provider since 2014. This is your chance to step into a role where your leadership can truly shine!

Why Choose Area Camden?

When you join us, you become part of a dedicated team that puts children and young people at the heart of everything we do. Here’s what you can expect:

• Proven Track Record: Since 2014, we have consistently achieved Good and Outstanding Ofsted ratings, ensuring a stable and high-performing environment.
• Strong Support Systems: Our well-established processes and frameworks allow you to focus on delivering high-quality care.
• Hands-On Leadership: Receive direct support from an experienced leadership team who are committed to your success.
• Community Connection: Be part of the wider Polaris Community, benefiting from specialist support services and a professional network.
• Opportunities for Influence: Engage in diversity and inclusion forums, giving you a voice beyond your home.
• Continuous Development: We are dedicated to your professional growth through training and peer support.

Your Role and Responsibilities

As the Registered Manager, you will:

• Deliver high-quality, safe, and nurturing care for children and young people.
• Oversee day-to-day operations and lead staff practice to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure robust safeguarding systems and effective multi-agency working.
• Supervise and mentor staff, organizing work patterns and delivering care-focused training.
• Implement care plans and safeguarding procedures effectively.

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• A Leadership and Management qualification (or a willingness to work towards one) along with NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children and Young People.
• Strong knowledge of childcare and safeguarding regulations, including the Children Act 1989 and the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015.
• 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 children.

Working Conditions and Benefits

This is a full-time role, requiring 40 hours per week. You will manage your own rota and participate in the on-call rota. Here’s what we offer:

• Competitive base salary of £52,000, with potential earnings up to £58,600 through bonuses.
• 32 days of annual leave, increasing by 1 day per year for the first three years.
• Workplace pension and 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 and a 3-month notice period (except in disciplinary cases).

At Area Camden, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.

If you are ready to shape a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment, we want to hear from you!