Children's Home Registered Manager

Join Our Team as a Children's Home Registered Manager!\n

Are you a passionate leader with a heart for making a difference in the lives of young people? At Area Camden, we are on the lookout for an experienced and dedicated Registered Manager to oversee our established 3-bed children's home in London. With a base salary of £52,000 and the potential to earn up to £58,600 through bonuses, this is your chance to lead a team that truly cares.

Why Choose Area Camden?\n

Since 2014, Area Camden has been recognized as an Ofsted-rated Outstanding and Good provider. We pride ourselves on creating safe, nurturing environments where children and young people can thrive. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

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• Proven Track Record: Join a provider with a consistent history of excellence in care.
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• Strong Operational Support: Benefit from established systems and processes that allow you to focus on delivering high-quality care.
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• Hands-On Leadership: Receive direct support from an experienced senior leadership team who understand the challenges you face.
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• Community Connection: Be part of the wider Polaris Community, gaining access to a range of specialist support services.
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• Professional Growth: Engage in continuous development opportunities and collaborative networks.
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Your Role and Responsibilities\n

As the Registered Manager, you will:

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• Deliver high-quality, safe, and nurturing care for children and young people.
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• Oversee day-to-day operations and ensure compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015.
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• Lead staff practice and drive continuous improvement in line with our standards.
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• Maintain robust safeguarding systems and effective multi-agency working.
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• Supervise and mentor staff, ensuring care plans and safeguarding procedures are implemented effectively.
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What We’re Looking For\n

To thrive in this role, you should have:

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• A Leadership and Management qualification (or a willingness to work towards one) and NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children and Young People.
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• Strong knowledge of childcare and safeguarding legislation.
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• Experience in managing staff teams with excellent communication skills.
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• A genuine passion for children's homes and a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for young people.
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Benefits and Working Conditions\n

We believe in taking care of our team. Here’s what we offer:

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• 32 days of annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing by 1 day per year for the first three years.
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• Workplace pension after probation.
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• Mobile phone provided.
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• Performance bonuses for Ofsted ratings: £3,000 for Outstanding and £1,500 for Good.
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• Full occupancy bonus of £300 per month.
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• Company car or £3,000 annual travel allowance.
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• Local parking permit.
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• 3-month notice period (except in disciplinary cases).
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This is a 40-hour per week role where you will manage your own rota and participate in the on-call rota. Your leadership will shape a safe, stable, and nurturing environment, making a meaningful impact on the lives of children.

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Area Camden is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.

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Are you ready to make a difference? Join us at Area Camden!