Registered Manager opportunity for a childcare focussed individual in Carlisle…
We are currently looking for a Registered Manager to join one of the UK’s largest children’s services provider in one of their brand new children’s residential homes, focussed on a therapeutic approach to work. This role is a great opportunity for an experienced Home Manager looking for a new opportunity, or a Deputy Manager looking to take the next step in their career.

Role Overview:
As the Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management and running of the home, ensuring a safe, encouraging and proactive environment for the young people in your care and the employees in your team. Your main responsibilities will be across ensuring Ofsted, Health & Safety regulations and policies are being adhered to, professional practice, staff management and development, financial management, supervision and appraisal, equality and diversity, and confidentiality.

About you:

• Have an understanding of the issues that face young people in care
• Hold Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People's Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent
• Hold Level 5 diploma in Leadership and Management or equivalent
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Be willing to learn
• Be able to work well as part of a small team
• Be willing to undertake a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. Your DBS check shall be paid for by ourselves
• Experience with Emotional Behavioural Disorder, Social/Residential Work or Youth Work would be advantageous.
• Have a full, clean UK driving licence and be able to cover at other Residential Homes as and when needed.

Recruitment Timeline:
We are keen to appoint the right candidate and encourage prompt applications. The recruitment process includes initial screenings, followed by interviews with shortlisted candidates. The successful applicant will receive an offer subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

To apply, please submit your CV and application form.

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Courtney on 01926 356 547 or email courtney@hamptonsresourcing.com