Residential Children's Home Director

4 weeks ago


Witham, Essex, United Kingdom MLK Education Search Full time £40,000 - £60,000
Job Title: Residential Children's Home Manager

MLK Education Search is seeking an experienced Residential Children's Home Manager to oversee the effective operation and management of a residential children's home.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Ensure the residential children's home operates smoothly in line with regulatory standards, organisational policies, and best practices.
  • Lead and supervise a team of residential support workers, ensuring they are well-trained, motivated, and equipped to provide high-quality care and support to children and young people.
  • Develop and implement individual care plans for each child or young person, in consultation with stakeholders such as social workers, parents, and guardians.
  • Maintain a safe and secure home environment, adhering to safeguarding policies and procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, and inspection frameworks, including those set out by Ofsted.
  • Effectively manage the home's budget, ensuring resources are allocated appropriately to meet the needs of children and young people while maintaining financial stability.
  • Establish and maintain effective partnerships with external agencies and professionals involved in the care and support of children and young people.
  • Implement systems for monitoring and evaluating the quality of care provided, and proactively improve standards and outcomes for children and young people.
Requirements:
  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People's Services.
  • Proven experience in managing a residential children's home or similar setting.
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulatory requirements.
  • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
  • At least 5 years of experience working with children in a residential care environment in the last five years and at least one year as a registered manager.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Proven leadership in managing residential children's homes, including staff management and service delivery.
  • A thorough understanding of relevant legislation and regulations governing residential children's homes in the UK, including but not limited to The Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015, the Children Act 1989 and 2004, the Care Standards Act 2000, and associated statutory guidance.

MLK Education Search is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.



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