Children's Registered Manager - Solo Provision

Liquid personnel have an exclusive opportunity for a Children’s Home Manager to oversee a solo home for a young person with backgrounds of EBD and CSE. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experience Children’s Manager or deputy wanting to utilise their experience and knowledge to shape the future of this home.

You will be working for a fantastic children’s home provider across the northwest who solely focus on the positive outcomes for young people using therapeutic approaches and by providing solo provisions to give the young person direct 1-1 support, to build and repair relationships and to give them the skills for a successful future!

As the Home Manager you will:

• Oversee the daily operations of the children’s home, including the management of staff, budget, and resources
• Proactively lead the staff team, consistently in conjunction with the deputy with the aim of creating and delivering a safe warm environment in which children and young people can achieve positive outcomes.
• Providing leadership and guidance to staff, including regular performance reviews
• Working collaboratively with external agencies, including social workers, healthcare providers, and education professionals, to ensure that each child receives the highest quality care and support
• Ensure that the home is a safe and welcoming environment for the young people, and that their needs and preferences are respected and prioritised
• Maintain accurate records and reports, and ensure that all administrative tasks are completed in a timely and efficient manner

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience managing a children’s Ofsted registered home
• NVQ Level 3 or above and a Level 5 in Leadership & Management (both residential childcare)
• A thorough understanding of Ofsted legislations, regulations and standards relating to residential care homes for children
• Excellent leadership and management skills, including the ability to motivate and inspire a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with staff, our young people, and external stakeholders
• Have physical intervention experience or willing to undertake practical training