Registered Manager (Autistic Children's Home)
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum
Location: Goldthorpe, South Yorkshire
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (37 hours per week, flexible rota system)
About Us:
We are a leading charity dedicated to supporting autistic people. Our aim is to transform lives, changing attitudes, and helping create a society that works for autistic adults and children. We provide support, guidance, and practical advice for autistic individuals and their families. Our work includes improving public understanding of autism and working with businesses, local authorities, and government to create autism-friendly environments and services.
What We Offer:
- Auto-enrolled pension scheme
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Comprehensive induction, training, and development programmes, including autism-specific training
- Online staff discount scheme (cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan, shopping discounts, etc.)
- Healthcare Cash Plan
- Life Assurance
- A portfolio of salary sacrifice and other flexible benefits at reduced costs
- Access to a 24-hour employee assistance programme & Headspace App
We welcome applications from autistic people and strive for diversity in our workforce. We particularly encourage applications from minority groups currently under-represented in our workforce.
Who We Are Looking For:
We are seeking an experienced Registered Manager to join and lead our team. As a proven leader, you will manage all aspects of the service, including development and strategy, in line with Ofsted requirements and our policies. You will ensure the highest standards of professional support and safeguard the children we support, promoting growth, independence, and positive outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the service in compliance with Ofsted and our charity's requirements
- Develop and implement strategies for service improvement
- Ensure children receive high-quality support, life opportunities, and meaningful outcomes
- Maintain accurate records and produce reports for partners and funders
- Liaise with landlords and broker positive tenant-landlord relationships
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Proven experience working with children in a residential setting at a senior level
- Understanding of the principles of Health and Safety and children's rights
- Knowledge and understanding of autism and relevant legislative framework
- Experience reviewing quality of care and submitting Regulation 45 reports
- Sound knowledge of Safeguarding and the role of the DSL
- Recognised social work qualification
- Level 5 in leadership and management for children and young people's services
- Management qualification at level 4 or above
- At least two years' experience managing a children's service as a Deputy Manager or Registered Manager
- Experience managing Ofsted inspections and achieving SCCIF standards
- Driving licence and access to own transport
How to Apply:
To apply for this role, please click the 'Apply' button below. When providing a supporting statement, refer to the job description and person specification, and include information that shows your suitability for the role. We welcome applications from anyone suitably qualified and experienced, particularly those with a diagnosis of autism.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete relevant safeguarding checks.