Children's Home Manager
Location: Dartford, Kent
Pay: £17.07 - £19.33 per hour
Shift Pattern: 5 days on (08:00 – 16:30), 3 days off, then 5 days on (13:30 – 22:00), 2 days off
Myn is proud to be recruiting for a long-term client, seeking a compassionate and experienced Children's Home Manager. In this rewarding role, you will support unaccompanied asylum-seeking children by ensuring a safe and nurturing environment in line with the highest standards.
The Role:
You'll assist the Registered Manager with the daily operations of the home, ensuring compliance with the Children's Homes Regulations 2015.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading a team of Residential Support Workers.Overseeing day-to-day care and safeguarding of the children.
- Ensuring the home meets Ofsted standards and maintaining professional relationships with inspectors.
- Conducting handovers and assigning tasks to staff, ensuring completion.
- Quality checking records on Liberi and ensuring accurate documentation.
- Managing incidents and ensuring timely reporting.
What You'll Need:
- Proven experience in a children's home or similar care setting.
- Strong knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Ofsted guidelines.
- Leadership skills to manage and support your team effectively.
- Ability to respond to safeguarding concerns and manage incidents.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- A passion for working with vulnerable children, particularly unaccompanied asylum-seeking children.
What's on Offer:
- A chance to make a lasting impact in the lives of vulnerable children.
- Competitive pay and a structured shift pattern.
- A supportive and collaborative team environment.
If you're dedicated, organised, and ready to make a difference, apply today!