Domus are on the lookout for an experienced Ofsted Children’s Care Manager to become the Responsible Individual for a small group of Children’s Care Homes in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham.
Ideally, we are looking for an experienced Children’s Home Manager or RI but would certainly consider an experienced Children’s Care professional stepping up into the role.
This is a great opportunity to manage and lead Ofsted Children’s services with a provider who are child-centred, not placement-centred. With a strong partnership with local authorities and Ofsted, become a fundamental part of the relationship and develop it further in a crucial leadership position with a fantastic provider of children’s health and social care.
Key Responsibilities of a Responsible Individual:
Provide effective leadership, management, and direction to ensure the highest standards of care are maintained for all children as outlined in legislative regulations.
Ensure compliance through scrutiny of the Regulation 44 and 45 reports and other reports including Ofsted inspections and compliance visits with local authorities.
Ensure legal responsibilities associated with opening, registration, and operation of the homes are adhered to.
Supervise and support the Registered Ofsted Managers.
Ensure the children in the Homes are provided with a safe and nurturing environment with the best quality of care and support that can be provided.
Visit the homes regularly, building strong relationships with managers.
Ensuring compliance with legislation and regulations.
Ensure there is a continuous improvement and development plan for all Ofsted services
Service Manager Requirements:
Previous management experience in the Children’s Care sector.
Have previously held Ofsted Registration, leading a Children’s Care service.
Attained a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care and Children & Young People’s Services (England) – or equivalent.
Thorough understanding of key legislation and regulation within the Children’s Health and Social Care sector.
Experience managing through an Ofsted inspection with an understanding of Ofsted requirements.
Good Ofsted track record.
Ability to use Microsoft Office to an appropriate level and able to communicate effectively through both verbal and written means.
Benefits:
KPI Bonuses
Company car
Training and development opportunities
35 days annual leave – including bank holidays
Enhanced Company Pension
Staff wellbeing programme
If you are interested in the above position please apply, or for more information contact Matthew Taylor at Domus Recruitment.
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