CHILDREN'S HOME REGISTERED MANAGER (2-bed home)
**Unlock Your Potential as a Children’s Home Registered Manager at 1848!**
Are you ready to embark on a new journey with 1848? We're seeking visionary leaders to join our vibrant team and make a lasting impact in the lives of young people based in Somerset. If you're passionate about encouraging resilience, igniting hope, and creating a nurturing environment where every child can thrive, then we want YOU.
**Join 1848:**
At 1848, we're not just about providing care – we're about creating homes where young people can flourish. Our Children’s Homes, situated across picturesque locations in Taunton and Bridgwater, are designed to be havens of warmth, creativity and support. As a Registered Manager, you'll be at the helm of a dedicated team, guiding them to empower our young residents to process their past, embrace their present, and aspire to a brighter future.
**What We Offer:**

• **Exceptional Support:** Benefit from the expertise of our experienced Senior Leadership Team, who are committed to your success.
• **Work/Life Balance:** Enjoy a fulfilling career without sacrificing personal time, with flexible working hours and a conditional hybrid working model.
• **Highly competitive salary:**, with potential bonuses linked to quality not occupancy, a Golden Hello Incentive awaiting you, yearly loyalty increments and generous bonuses for good/outstanding OFSTED gradings. Salary is based upon qualifications & experience.
• **Continuous Learning:** Access fully funded opportunities for professional development, including access to an independent managers forum, bespoke CPD training, and the chance to gain further qualifications.
• **Integrated Support:** Navigate your role with confidence, backed by fully integrated Therapy and HR departments to provide comprehensive support. Enjoy a generous health and well-being package.
• **Family-Friendly Environment:** Join a supportive community that values work-life balance and nurtures both personal and professional growth.

*Golden Hello Incentive:

• £500 after successful completion of a six-month probationary period.
• £500 after successful completion of twelve months' employment.

**What We're Looking For:**
We're seeking a forward-thinking and dynamic Registered Manager for one of our 2-bed homes, who is ready to make a difference. Your role will also be to support young people come to terms with, and move on from, their varying emotional, behavioural and often mental health issues. If you have a minimum of 3 years’ experience (at a senior level) within a children’s residential setting, coupled with Level 5 Leadership & Management (or working towards it), then you're exactly who we're looking for. We provide excellent training and CPD opportunities, including the chance to achieve Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care & Children and Young People Services, Level 2 Certificate in Child & Adolescent Mental Health, and Positive Behaviour Support Courses Level 1 or 2 as a minimum. Applicants must be able to work within the principles of The Children's Act 2004 and demonstrate a good working knowledge of Child Protection and Children's Homes procedures and related matters along with a working knowledge of the National Care Standards 2018, Children's Homes Regulations 2018 and Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023.
**About Us:**
At 1848, we're not content with being like others – we strive to be better. Committed to delivering high-quality care and support in therapeutically supportive homes, we're dedicated to helping young people who may have emotional behavioural disorder problems and/or complex needs aged 8 – 18 to reach their fullest potential. With a focus on individualised care and unwavering support, we aim to equip every young person who walks through our doors with the skills and confidence to live independently and successfully.
**Ready to Make a Difference?**
To apply for this rewarding opportunity, please contact recruitment@1848.co.uk for an application pack or visit our website at www.1848.co.uk. If you would like to have an informal chat with a member of our team, please contact us on 01823 217373 or email recruitment@1848.co.uk.
*Please Note:* Candidates must hold a valid driving licence and undergo an Enhanced Disclosure processed by the Disclosure and Barring Service, along with providing satisfactory references.
We welcome applications from people with disabilities and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to enhanced DBS clearance.
1848 is committed to child protection, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, including supply staff, to share this commitment through exceptional safeguarding practice.
Successful candidates who are invited to interview will be required to complete an application for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check to ensure suitability of working with children. You will also be required to sign up to the online DBS service. As such candidates will need to bring original documents to evidence their identity that will satisfy DBS requirements, ie either a current driving licence or passport including a photograph, or a full birth certificate, plus a document such as a utility bill or financial statement that shows the candidate’s current name and address and where appropriate change of name documentation.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £54,000.00 per year
Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Application question(s):

• Do you have Level 5 Leadership and Management (Residential Childcare) (or working towards)?
• Do you have a minimum of 3 years' experience (at a senior level) within a Children's residential setting?

Licence/Certification:

• Driver's Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person