Registered Manager

As a Children's Home Manager, you will be responsible for the development, implementation, and management of a new children's home, ensuring it operates at the highest standards of care. You will lead and inspire a team of social practitioners to provide a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for the children entrusted to our care. Your role will include building strong relationships with local authorities, key stakeholders, and the children themselves, while overseeing the day-to-day operation and upkeep of the home.

Accountabilities for Children's Home Manager:

• Overall Responsibility for Care Home Operation:

Take overall responsibility for all aspects of running the care home, ensuring that the staff team provides children with a valued and fulfilling life.

Maximise the potential of the children physically, intellectually, emotionally, and socially while ensuring their overall well-being.

• Stakeholder Interaction:

Lead the interaction between the care home management team and all key stakeholders to ensure the safe and efficient running of the service.

Maintain open communication and collaborative relationships with relevant parties to support the children's best interests.

• Financial and Operational Success:

Be accountable for the success of the care home branch with respect to budgets, targets, key performance indicators, staffing quality, and delivery of service.

Ensure that care home operations meet and exceed the targets outlined in the Statement of Purpose (SOP).

• Referrer Relationships:

Build and maintain effective relationships with current and potential referral sources such as Local Authorities, GPs, and Hospitals.

Actively target and secure new referrer relationships for existing and new facilities, expanding the network of support for the care home.

• Document and Procedure Compliance:

Oversee the completion of all required Policies, Pathways, Risk Assessments, Care Plans, Health and Safety Checks, and other essential documentation.

Ensure that the care home operates in compliance with all necessary regulations and standards.

• Physical Presence and Managerial Responsibilities:

Maintain a physical presence at the Home over agreed periods throughout the week to oversee operations and address any immediate needs.

Maintain managerial responsibilities at the Home 7 days per week to ensure continuous support for the children and staff.

• Relationships with Councils and Referrers:

Conduct liaisons and meetings with Councils both within and outside London, keeping them informed of available properties for service users.

Understand their requirements and adapt services to meet their needs where possible.

• Driving Awareness and Relationships:

Take responsibility for driving awareness among referrers in service lines and strategic imperatives.

Build multi-level relationships with Referrers, Clinicians, Practice Managers, Secretaries, and other key influencers.

Develop a full understanding of their requirements and changing needs to align the care home's services effectively.

In this role, you will play a pivotal part in providing exceptional care and support to children while ensuring the efficient and safe operation of the care home. Your ability to manage relationships, meet targets, and maintain high-quality care standards will be essential in achieving the mission of the care home.

Job Context for Children's Home Manager at Mastery Services:

• Residential Care Environment:

Mastery Services' care home is designed to offer a safe and caring environment for neuro-divergent children who require 24-hour assistance. This includes not only physical care but also emotional and intellectual support. The home will evolve to accommodate an increasing number of young individuals, reflecting our commitment to expanding our reach and making a difference in more lives.

• Focus on Learning Disabilities:

The children and young people under our care have severe Learning Disabilities, making their needs unique and often complex. Your role will require an understanding of and dedication to meeting these specific requirements, ensuring that the care provided is tailored to their individual needs.

• Professional Growth and Development:

At Mastery Services, we believe in investing in our employees' professional development. You will have access to training and development opportunities, and we encourage your growth within the organisation. This role offers a chance to enhance your leadership and managerial skills while making a profound difference in the lives of the children we serve.

• Mission-driven Approach:

Our organisation's mission is to provide exceptional care and support to children and young people with Learning Disabilities. As a Children's Home Manager, your work contributes directly to achieving this mission, giving you a sense of purpose and fulfilment in your role.

• Future Expansion:

The plans to extend our capacity to support three young individuals signify growth and progress within the organisation. You will play an instrumental role in the expansion and further development of our care home.

Skills and Expertise for Children's Home Manager:

• Proactive and Results-Driven: A proactive and results-oriented professional who can take the initiative and excel in high-pressure, ever-changing environments.

• Field Sales Experience: Successful experience in sales, especially in related industries such as Social Work and Healthcare. Ability to apply sales skills to account management, business development, and new business acquisition.

• Adaptive Leadership: The ability to adapt to change and commitment to building a new home for children, demonstrating strong leadership qualities.

• Compassionate Care: Profound dedication to providing considerate care and support to the children residing within the care home. Demonstrating empathy and understanding in all interactions.

• Safeguarding Expertise: Skilled in creating a safe atmosphere within the care home, safeguarding children from abuse, neglect, and harm. Committed to ensuring children's well-being throughout their daily lives.

• Professionalism: Maintaining a high level of professionalism throughout all responsibilities, including organising children's activities, attending reviews, appointments, and meetings when required.

• Communication: Strong communication skills, including clear and effective communication with children, colleagues, and external stakeholders. Proficient in reporting and recording safeguarding concerns and updating records, policies, and procedures.

• Policy Adherence: Adhering to established policies and procedures to maintain a structured and compliant environment within the care home.

• Community Engagement: Building and maintaining positive relationships within the community to enhance the support network for the care home and its residents.

As a Children's Home Manager, these skills and expertise are crucial to successfully leading the care home, managing relationships with stakeholders, and providing the highest standard of care and support to the children in your charge. Your ability to adapt, communicate, and ensure safety is essential to creating a nurturing environment for the children's well-being and development.