Children's Home Registered Manager
Join Our Team as a Children's Home Registered Manager!
Company: Area Camden
Location: London
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: Base salary of £52,000, with potential earnings up to £58,600 through bonuses
About Us
At Area Camden, we pride ourselves on being an Ofsted-rated Outstanding and Good provider since 2014. We are on the lookout for an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to lead our established 3-bed children's home in London. If you have 2-3 years of management experience and a strong background in supporting young people aged 9-17 with complex emotional and behavioral needs, this is your chance to make a real difference!
Why Join Area Camden?
Becoming part of Area Camden means joining a team that is dedicated to delivering high-quality care and achieving positive outcomes for children and young people. Here’s what you can expect:
- Proven Track Record: Since 2014, we have consistently achieved Good and Outstanding Ofsted ratings, providing a stable and high-performing environment.
- Strong Operational Support: Our well-established systems and processes will enable you to focus on delivering exceptional care.
- Hands-On Leadership: Receive direct support from an experienced leadership team who are committed to your success.
- Experienced Mentorship: Our senior team has firsthand experience as Registered Managers, ensuring you get practical and knowledgeable support.
- Wider Community Benefits: Access a range of specialist support services, including HR, Quality Assurance, and Learning & Development.
- Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with a broader community of managers and professionals to share best practices.
- Influence and Engage: Participate in diversity and inclusion forums to have your voice heard.
- Continuous Development: We are committed to your professional growth through ongoing training and peer support.
About the Role
As our Registered Manager, you will be at the forefront of delivering high-quality, safe, and nurturing care for children and young people. Your responsibilities will include:
- Overseeing day-to-day operations and ensuring compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015.
- Leading staff practice and driving continuous improvement in line with Area Camden's standards.
- Maintaining robust safeguarding systems and effective multi-agency working.
- Supervising and mentoring staff, organizing work patterns, and delivering care-focused training.
- Ensuring that each child's individual needs are understood and consistently met.
Requirements for the Role
- 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 laws, including the Children Act 1989 and the Care Standards Act 2000.
- 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 and young people.
Benefits
- 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 after probation
- Mobile phone provided
- Ofsted performance bonus: £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
This is your opportunity to shape a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment where your leadership can have a meaningful and lasting impact on children's lives. Join us in this rewarding journey!
Area Camden is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.
