OFSTED Registered Manager - 4-Bed Learning Disabilities Children's Home

Location: Heald Green
Salary: £55,000 - £70,000

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and dedicated Registered Manager to lead a four bed children's home in Heald Green, supporting children with learning disabilities. This role offers the chance to shape and develop a high-quality service, ensuring the home provides a safe, nurturing, and person-centred environment.

With a competitive salary and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, this role is ideal for an experienced manager looking to take on a new challenge in a specialist setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the home operates in full compliance with OFSTED regulations and the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015
• Lead and develop a team to provide high-quality, person-centred care to children with learning disabilities
• Oversee care plans, risk assessments, and behavioural support strategies to meet individual needs
• Ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are followed at all times
• Work closely with external agencies, including local authorities, health professionals, and OFSTED inspectors
• Manage budgets and resources efficiently to ensure the home runs effectively
• Drive continuous improvement and work towards achieving and maintaining a high OFSTED rating

Essential Criteria:

To be eligible for OFSTED registration as a Children's Home Manager, you must meet the following requirements:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards this)
• At least two years of experience working in a residential children's home within the last five years
• At least one year of experience in a supervisory or management role in a residential childcare setting
• Strong understanding of the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and OFSTED's Social Care Common Inspection Framework
• Ability to meet the "fit person" requirements for OFSTED registration, demonstrating good character, competence, and sound financial standing
• Experience supporting children with learning disabilities and complex needs
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills

Desirable Criteria:

• Previous experience as a Registered Manager in a learning disabilities setting
• A strong track record of achieving or maintaining positive OFSTED ratings
• Knowledge of therapeutic approaches and specialist interventions for children with learning disabilities
• Experience in setting up or developing a children's home

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a specialist service, with a highly competitive salary and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of children with learning disabilities.

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