Job Ref: 214220412

Date: 2021-07-16 15:30:23

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Are you an experienced Registered Manager looking for a new challenge or a Deputy looking to step up into a new role?
We are looking for a Manager with experience of Children’s Residential Care. The ideal candidate will have experience of fit-for-purpose interviews and experience holding a registration, however, we are also open to guiding someone through this process.
This role involves providing outstanding care for children within a residential EBD home based just South of Milton Keynes. You will be required to have knowledge and experience of: Children's Act, Ofsted regulations, Reg 44's, Staff management, compliance and outstanding safeguarding.
The ideal candidate will know how to engage in the referral process, liaising with all parties involved. Young people supported in this home may have been through past trauma and need support with elements of their lives such as; mental health, substance misuse, behaviours that challenge, absconding, boundaries, education and employment. Having an empathetic and compassionate nature are key attributes for this position.
Your role will be caring for children between the ages of 8-18.
Your role as Manager will be to lead from the front, setting excellent examples for staff and young people alike. You will be provided with the opportunity to recruit the team around you. There is an excellent opportunity for you to model this service around your own personality and practice methods.

Benefits

A genuinely outcomes focused service
Excellent support from Area Manager and head office staff so you have time to really focus on the young people you care for
Family feel environment to the way the company is run
Opportunity to progress into more senior Managerial roles
Access to company benefits
Access to mental health support
Commitment from employers to continued learning and development  Job Responsibilities Will Include

Daily management a Residential EBD service for young people
Engaging with children is going to be your key responsibility, setting examples and building excellent rapport to enable independence
Leading a team of skilled staff ensuring they are supported and trained to an excellent standard
Providing emotional support for both children and staff alike
Ensuring wherever possible an excellent relationship with family members and guardians of the young people is considered at all times.
Tasks including: writing care plans, organisation around referrals, staff management and training, liaising with social workers and other professionals
Understanding and knowledge of safeguarding processes and policies
Excellent knowledge of Reg 44 visits
Keeping a record of support and focusing on positive outcomes for the children you support
De-escalating challenging behaviour
Working in a team to motivate others Key Requirements/skills

Must have a caring and open-minded nature and be willing to work on call
Must have experience managing a children's residential service
Must have excellent understanding of Ofsted and Reg 44's
Must have a Level 3 Children and Young People's Workforce or equivalent
Preferred experience of fit-for-purpose interviews and experience holding a registration
Hold or willing to work toward a Level 5 Health and Social Care Management and Leadership
Must be a driver If this role ticks all your boxes please apply today or call Katy Green

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