Registered Manager (OfSTED, Children's Home's)

Above and Beyond Residential Care Services • Liverpool, ENG, GB • £50k - £60k / year • 4m ago

Job Title: Home Manager (OfSTED Registered)
Location: Wallasey, Wirral, Merseyside
Reports to: Responsible Individual, Head of Operations
Salary: £50k–£60k (DOE) + performance bonuses, benefits, and career progression opportunities

About Us:
Above and Beyond Residential Care Services provides exceptional care for children aged 11–17 in the Wirral area. We create a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment that prioritizes the emotional, behavioural, and psychological well-being of children, with tailored support, expert interventions, and a focus on personal growth and resilience.

Role Overview:
The Home Manager will oversee all aspects of running the home, ensuring high standards of care and compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards. Responsibilities include leading the staff team, developing care plans, managing budgets, maintaining a safe environment, and ensuring positive outcomes for children.

Key Responsibilities:

Register the service with OfSTED and act as the Registered Manager.
Lead and develop a skilled staff team, including recruitment, training, and supervision.
Implement and monitor care plans tailored to individual needs.
Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and regulatory standards.
Collaborate with professionals, families, and agencies to support children.
Manage budgets and resources effectively.
Ensure a safe, nurturing environment for children’s emotional and physical well-being.

Essential Requirements:

NVQ Level 5 in Childcare (or working towards).
Minimum 3 years of experience working with children, with 2 years in a management role.
Strong knowledge of Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, Quality Standards, and the Children Act 1989.
Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
Resilience, creativity, and a solution-focused approach to challenges.

Desirable Skills:

Budget management, IT systems familiarity, and human resources knowledge.

Benefits:

Annual leave entitlement, training opportunities, and pension scheme.
Career progression and performance-related bonuses.

Other Requirements:

Enhanced DBS check and full UK driving license.
Adherence to Above and Beyond’s policies, including safeguarding and equality.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children, ensuring they are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £50,000.00-£60,000.00 per year

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