Responsible Individual

Job DescriptionResponsible Individual / Operations ManagerScope to progress to Regional Director in time.Job Purpose:To be the Ofsted registered Responsible Individual for designated homes and act on behalf of the organisation to ensure that the Home/s meet relevant requirements set out in legislation.To provide effective leadership and management of residential services for children and young people. To ensure a high standard of consistent care and service in accordance with legislation, central government guidance, regulations and standards and the policies and procedures of the business and its partner companies.To provide a lead in the decisions and management of placements within the residential provision and to consult with partners in formulating jointly agreed plans to ensure a coordinated approach to services for children and young people.Main responsibilities and key areas:Develop and establish provision for care, accommodation and support through working with existing partners and building links with other partners and agencies as appropriate.Ensure that effective management of resource allocation within the context of placement matching and placement stability and to support corporate parenting.Provide a comprehensive placement service through managing admissions to residential establishments in partnership with all Local Authorities and other agencies.To monitor care plans and placement plans, activities and community involvement, provide oversight of individual care planning for all young people looked after all designated homes.Be responsible for reporting regularly on each home to ensure that it fulfils its Statement of Purpose and function and is run in accordance with statute, Ofsted and SuperCare policies, guidelines and instructions.Ensure compliance with the Children's Homes Regulations and National Minimum Standards, including the monitoring of Regulation 44 and Regulation 45 inspections.Ensure the homes are fully prepared and ready for regular Ofsted inspections.To provide regular formal and informal supervision and management of managers, encouraging professional development, completing and identifying training and staff development needs to ensure objectives are met.To provide effective leadership, management support and guidance to Registered Managers in the development of the children's homes.Manage and prioritise resources in the homes, including approval of rotas and hours used; authorisation of overtime, staffing, financial oversight, administrative matters, standards of accommodation, fire precautions and all health and safety - in conjunction with registered manager.To ensure financial budgets ensure compliance with the Children's Homes regulations, National Minimum Standards and Ofsted's inspection frameworks.Ensure children and young people in the Home/s are effectively safeguarded.Promote a high standard of professional practice through personal example; encouraging appropriate professional training and development by managing a comprehensive programme of |Performance Management and formulating specific Learning and Development Plans for registered manager/s.Ensure that electronic and paper administration systems are current and appropriate, that recorded information is accurate, and that timely data is provided by registered managers.Promote and maintain a healthy and safe environment for all residential staff teams.Appoint/assist in appointing staff, ensuring the proper application of safer recruitment and selection procedures and manage and oversee the induction, discipline, capability and grievance procedures.Contribute to and/or participate in projects and initiatives associated with he functions of both their own area of service delivery and others as required.To ensure that young peoples need are met through a strong emphasis on communication and participation.To participate in meetings and training events as required by line managers and Directors.To attend RI forums and meetings and network with Local Authorities to promote the work and aims of the business and its partners.To carry out research and effective propositions for Directors / Management in regards to lawful policies and procedures for the best operational running of the business and safety of all involved.To execute the collaborative decisions made by decision makers across the group.Please Note: The post holder will be expected to continuously develop in their role. It is in the nature of the work ofus that tasks and responsibilities are in many circumstances unpredictable and varied. All staff are therefore expected to work in a flexible way when the occasion arises that tasks which are not specifically covered in their job description have to be undertaken, but which will be within their level of responsibility. These additional duties will normally be to cover unforeseen circumstances or changes in work and they will normally be compatible with the regular type of work. If the additional responsibility or task becomes a regular or frequent part of the staff members job, it will be included in the job description in consultation with the member of staff.Benefits:Bonus SchemeSmart Casual dressPrivate Health Scheme for you and your familyFree food while on siteFlexible scheduleFlexible holidaysBenefits packageSchedule:Monday to Friday 9am - 5.30pm (flexibility to cover other shifts when necessary)