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Children's Home Registered Manager
Location: Barnsley
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 39 per week
Salary: £41,540.76 (with potential to earn up to £44,740.76 through bonuses)

My client are seeking a Children’s Home Registered Manager to oversee the daily operations of a 2-bed home in Barnsley. The role is responsible for providing high-quality care, promoting the rights of young people, and leading a team to support their development.

Key Responsibilities:

* Manage the day-to-day operations of the home to ensure high standards of care in line with relevant legislation, regulations, and policies.

* Lead a team of care workers to support young people's physical, emotional, and social development.

* Oversee the recruitment, induction, training, and development of staff.

* Ensure the home maintains a safe environment, including compliance with Health & Safety regulations.

* Monitor and manage budgets, financial transactions, and the maintenance of premises.

* Maintain accurate records and provide regular management reports.

* Chair internal and external meetings and contribute to organisational development.

* Take on-call responsibilities and, if necessary, sleep-in shifts.

Required Skills and Experience:

* Experience managing a team within a children's residential care setting.

* Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

* Ability to build effective relationships with young people, staff, and external agencies.

* Strong leadership and decision-making skills.

* Ability to manage challenging situations with emotional resilience.

* Diploma level 5 or equivalent in childcare, or willingness to work towards it.

* Full UK driving licence or access to transport.

Benefits:

* 25 days holiday plus 8 statutory days

* £2,000 bonus for an outstanding Ofsted report

* Full occupancy bonus (£100/month)

* On-call payments (£25 weekdays, £35 weekends)

* Petrol allowance for business travel

* Pension scheme

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