Team Manager (Children's Services)

As a Team Manager, you will lead and manage Children's services, ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance. Supporting children on short-term assessment placements, you'll work to shape their permanency plans by collaborating with external agencies and creating nurturing environments.

What You'll Be Doing
• Leadership Excellence: Inspire and develop teams, ensuring outstanding care is delivered to children and young people.
• Child-Centric Focus: Oversee the progress and well-being of children, safeguarding their safety while supporting their emotional, social, and educational development.
• Operational Efficiency: Manage admissions, discharges, and budgets while maintaining high standards aligned with the home's Statement of Purpose.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to Children's Home Regulations, Quality Standards, and Ofsted inspection frameworks.
• Strategic Planning: Drive the development of services through innovative practices and effective multi-disciplinary teamwork.

What We're Looking For

Experience:
Previous experience as a Registered Manager or Assistant Manager in a multi-placement residential setting.
A strong background in working with children who have emotional or behavioural challenges.
Proven leadership of multi-disciplinary teams with a focus on resilience and creativity.

Knowledge:
Deep understanding of Children's Home Regulations, SCCIF, and safeguarding practices.
Awareness of innovative care models and legislative frameworks.

Qualifications:
Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce (or equivalent).
Enrolled on Level 5 Diploma or commitment to complete within two years.

Skills:
Exceptional leadership and communication abilities.
Capacity to adapt management styles to diverse team needs.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Other Requirements:
Full driving license.
Flexibility to provide on-call support.

If interested, please submit CV and call Varsha on 02036913890 between 9am to 5pm (Mon to Fri) for more details