Head of Children's Home Operations

4 days ago


Croydon, United Kingdom SCR Full time

**Job Description:**

We are seeking a Head of Children's Home Operations to join our team. As a key member of our leadership team, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of our organisation and delivering high-quality care to children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 2 years' experience in management within young people's residential services and possess excellent knowledge of children's homes national minimum standards and the Children's Act 2010.

The salary for this position is approximately £45,000 - £55,000 per annum, depending on experience. Benefits include ongoing progression, paid holiday, and opportunities for professional development.

Main Responsibilities:

  • To deliver services which are fully compliant with legislative and regulatory requirements in relation to The Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards 2015
  • To ensure the effective development and delivery of high-quality residential services to young people and their families
  • To lead and manage a team, ensuring that team members work effectively with young people, families, and all internal and partner agencies

Essential Requirements:

  • Minimum 2 years' experience in management within young people's residential services
  • Excellent working knowledge of children's homes national minimum standards and the Children's Act 2010
  • Able to cope with emotionally challenging situations and act calmly under pressure

Benefits Package:

  • Ongoing progression
  • Paid holiday
  • SCR social care is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of vulnerable adults/children as a priority


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