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Make a Real Difference: Become a Registered Manager in Bedford!

Ainsworth Recruitment are delighted to share this job with a well respected company.

Are you a passionate and experienced leader ready for an exciting new challenge?

We're looking for a Registered Manager to oversee a 3 bed adolescent childrens home. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead dedicated team and make a real impact on the lives of young people.

The Company

Established in 1993, we are a well-respected organisation committed to empowering young people to develop emotional resilience and achieve their full potential. We foster supportive relationships, preparing them for successful transitions into adulthood.

The Role:

As a Registered Manager, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day management and leadership of the home, ensuring the highest standards of care are delivered. You'll champion the rights of each young person, creating a supportive and enriching environment in line with our policies and procedures.

You'll lead and develop a team of care workers, ensuring positive outcomes for the young people by meeting their physical, psychological, emotional, and social development needs, all while adhering to relevant legislation and best practice.

What We Need From You:

* Enthusiasm: A genuine passion for providing high-quality care and education to young people.

* Management Experience: Proven experience managing and leading a team.

* Relationship Skills: Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, young people, and external agencies.

* Qualifications:

* Recognised social work qualification (e.g., QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (Children and Young People)).

* QCF Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People Workforce (or equivalent).

* Relevant Experience: Minimum 2 years' experience in residential child care (within the last 5 years), including at least 1 year supervising and managing care staff.

* Driving Licence & Vehicle: Full manual driving licence and access to your own car (with business insurance).

* Knowledge: Thorough understanding of Children’s Homes legislation, Ofsted requirements (SCIFF), and child protection/safeguarding procedures.

* Flexibility: Ability to undertake on-call duties and potentially sleep-in shifts as needed.

What You'll Be Doing:

* Develop and deliver high-quality, person-centred care in line with legislation and our policies.

* Ensure adherence to Health & Safety guidelines and adequate staff training.

* Maintain accurate records and implement monitoring and evaluation systems.

* Provide management information as required.

* Develop and promote innovative childcare approaches.

* Attend, prepare for, and chair various meetings.

* Participate in an on-call rota and potentially cover sleep-in shifts.

* Contribute to the overall ethos and aims of the organisation.

* Write concise and evaluative reports and oversee written communication.

* Make responsible decisions when appropriate.

* Oversee admissions and discharges to the homes.

* Lead and implement change in line with the organisational ethos