Children's Home Registered Manager

Compass Community Limited; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's care organization in Gillingham is seeking a Children's Home Registered Manager to lead a dedicated team in providing high-quality care for children. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from £49,875 to £56,000, plus performance bonuses and a relocation package of up to £5,000. Applicants should have relevant qualifications and experience in residential care, along with strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Up to £5,000 relocation package

224 hours of holiday

Performance-related bonuses

Cash back for medical appointments

Group Life Assurance Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the residential care sector.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Relevant qualifications in childcare management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team to provide outstanding care for children.
• Ensure a safe and nurturing environment for children.
• Oversee home operations and staff management.

Skills

Experience in residential care of children

Supervising and managing staff

NVQ Level 3 in Children's Workforce

Diploma in Leadership for Residential Childcare

Achieved 'Good' or 'Outstanding' Ofsted rating

Education

NVQ Level 3 In Children and Young People's Workforce

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management

Job description

Overview

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Here at Compass, we are looking for someone who knows how to make a house a home. We are currently expanding and have an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic and determined Children’s Home Registered Managers. This opportunity will see you lead and inspire your own team. With your guidance, the team will ensure that the children living within the home have outstanding care, great role models and a safe place to call home. We are offering a £5,000 relocation bonus to anyone willing to move to take up this role. This role offers a competitive base salary of £49,875 - £56,000, with the opportunity to earn up to £18,000 in annual bonuses, paid quarterly. Bonus eligibility is based on home occupancy and achieving a "Good" or "Outstanding" Ofsted rating.

Responsibilities / Requirements

• Has a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a position relevant to the residential care of children.
• At least 2 years in a role supervising and managing staff.
• Has their NVQ Level 3 In Children and Young People\'s Workforce.
• Has their Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England).
• Has achieved a “Good” or “Outstanding” grade within recent Ofsted Inspections.

What makes Compass different?

• A designated psychologist within each home and community.
• A dedicated education service.
• Industry-leading training and support with renowned psychologists.
• Direct therapeutic work with children.
• A member of Community of Communities.
• Child-centred budgets and homes decorated to the highest standard.
• Supportive and reliable on-call system.
• A wide range of organisational support from IT, HR and Marketing and bespoke database systems, giving you the time to do what is important within your home.

Why work for Compass?

• A competitive salary which includes a range of performance-related bonuses.
• Up to £5,000 relocation package if you relocate in order to take this role.
• 224 hours holiday, gradually increasing to 248 hours after 4 years of working with us.
• Receive an additional 3.5 days of leave (one for your birthday, one for health and wellbeing, one to volunteer and a half day for festive celebrations).
• Receive £200 (2 years), £400 (5 years) and £600 (10 years) service awards, plus up to £500 special recognition award for outstanding practice.
• Receive support through your Ofsted inspections.
• Training options for Level 7 and therapeutic training qualifications.
• Engagement days, individual team building and house holidays.
• An experienced staff team of your choice with a Deputy Manager, Seniors and Support Workers.
• With MediCash, receive cash back for medical and wellbeing appointments such as dental treatment/check-ups, optical care, physiotherapy and more.
• Group Life Assurance Scheme: upon successful completion of your probation review, 3 times your annual salary will be provided to your designated beneficiary, should you die whilst employed at Compass.

The successful applicants will be appointed subject to references and enhanced DBS check.

Compass is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We have excellent internal frameworks including REACH and GRACE which all contribute towards your day-to-day job role.