Care Manager

An opportunity has arisen for a Ofsted Registered Manager / Care Manager to join a well-established residential children's home supporting young people with emotional, behavioural, and learning difficulties. As a Registered Manager / Care Manager, you will be leading a residential service and overseeing all aspects of care, compliance, staffing, and safeguarding. This full-time permanent role offers a salary range of £40,000 - £50,000 for a 40 hour work week and benefits. Must have experience working with children. You will be responsible for: ? Ensuring the home operates in full compliance with regulatory standards and national care frameworks ? Managing the end-to-end referral process and placement planning ? Overseeing safeguarding practices and ensuring risk assessments are regularly reviewed ? Managing rotas, staff deployment, and induction for new team members ? Ensuring effective budget control and resource management within the home ? Overseeing accurate recording systems and regular case reviews ? Facilitating the involvement of children in the day-to-day running of the home What we are looking for: ? Previously worked as a Registered Manager, Children Home Manager, Care Manager, Homecare manager, Home Manager or in a similar role. ? At least 2 years' experience working with children and young people (within last 5 years) ? Minimum Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People's Services (or equivalent recognised qualification) ? Significant experience in working with young people with emotional, behavioural or mental health needs within a residential setting ? At least one year's experience in a supervisory or management capacity ? Ability to deliver or maintain at least a 'Good' Ofsted rating What's on offer: ? Competitive salary ? Company pension scheme ? Life insurance cover ? Health and wellbeing programme ? On-site parking ? Sick pay entitlement ? Childcare suppor