Registered Care Manager - Children's Home

Registered Care Manager - Children's Home

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Location: Garstang - Lancashire

Salary: Up to £49,000 per annum + £5,000 Welcome Bonus + £5,000 Annual quality and commercial bonus

Company Overview: Meridian Business Support is currently recruiting for a Registered Care Manager to lead a Children's Residential Home in the Wigan area of Greater Manchester. An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Registered Manager to lead the team at a Residential Children's home which holds a Good rating with OFSTED and has an excellent reputation with the local authorities.

Many of the Children & Young People supported in this home have learning disabilities, Autism, Epilepsy and/or can display some associated behaviours. Many of our children (not all) are non-verbal or have limited communication and will communicate with us through different methods such as picture boards, Smartbox devices and Makaton.

What The Company Can Offer:

• Entry salary up to £49,000 per annum DOE and £5,000 welcome bonus upon registration.
• £5,000 Annual quality and commercial bonus.
• As a member of the leadership team, you will participate in the Management Incentive Plan that will enable you to share in the long-term success of the Company.
• Comprehensive Induction to set you up for success.
• Management Development Training Programme and continuous development from in-house Leadership Academy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop Comprehensive Care Plans: Ensure each young person has a tailored plan that addresses their care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs.
• Develop a great team: Work with the recruitment teams to bring in the right people for your home.
• Foster Consultation: Develop systems to consult young people about the care they receive.
• Allocate Key Workers: Assign a Key Worker to each young person to implement their care plan.
• Maintain High Standards: Establish and monitor high-quality care standards in line with the quality standards and the Home's Statement of Purpose.
• Handle Complaints and Concerns: Take responsibility for addressing any complaints or child protection concerns.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals to promote the welfare of young people.
• Participate in Meetings: Attend and contribute to care planning and review meetings as appropriate.
• Embrace a safe culture: Ensure the children in your service are cared for at the best possible standard.

Essential Requirements and Experience:

• Passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people in care.
• Relevant Experience: At least 2 years in a position related to residential care of children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years.
• Qualifications: Level 3 in Children's Residential Care is essential. Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare is preferred at point of application.
• Knowledge: Understanding of The Quality Standards, SCCIF, childcare legislation, and regulatory requirements.
• Skills: Efficient in planning, organizing, budget control, resource allocation, and team leadership.
• Communication: Confidence in effective spoken and written communication.
• Understanding Trauma: Knowledge of the needs of children with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, including managing challenging behaviour.
• Driving License: Full UK Manual required.

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.

Seniority Level:

• Mid-Senior level

Employment Type:

• Full-time

Job Function:

• Health Care Provider

Industries:

• Individual and Family Services