Job Title: Registered Manager - Brand new children's service
Location: Exeter
Salary: Paying up too £55,000 per annum dependent on experience
About our client
We are pleased to be working with a company that specialises in providing support to people with Autism, Learning Difficulties and mental health needs. With their people at the heart of what they do, they pride themselves on enabling people to achieve their full potential by creating individual opportunities for development and growth.
What's expected of me as Registered Manager?
Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Manager to oversee and help set up their brand new home in Exeter, catering to children with Autism, Learning Difficulties and mental health needs. The successful candidate will launch and shape the service by implementing and leading a core team of support staff, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and support to the future resident.
What are the key responsibilities as a Registered Manager?
- Manage the day-to-day operations their children's home, promoting goal orientated service provision, specifically tailored to the young people they support.
- Effectively manage the service budget, whilst ensuring resources are used as efficiently and effectively as possible
- Lead and motivate a team of support staff, providing guidance, supervision, and support as required.
- Develop and implement individual care plans tailored to the specific needs of the resident, in collaboration with external agencies and stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, maintaining standards of care in line with Ofsted regulations.
- Foster positive relationships with the resident's family members, promoting open communication and involvement in care decisions.
- Facilitate staff training and development initiatives, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of care provision, implementing changes and improvements as necessary to enhance resident outcomes.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation, including financial budgets, staffing rotas, and incident reports.
What are the minimum requirements as a Residential Manager?
- Previous residential experience and working within a children's home setting, ideally with experience in setting up new homes and supporting young people with Autism and Learning Difficulties
- Experience and knowledgeable of therapeutic approaches for young people with learning difficulties and autism
- Registered Manager Qualification ( level 5 in leadership and management in residential childcare or or recognised equivalent)
- Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with a compassionate and empathetic approach to working with young people and their families.
- Sound knowledge of relevant governing legislation and understanding of Ofsted regulations.
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