Join Our Team as a Children’s Home Registered Manager!

Company: Area Camden

Location: London

Contract Type: Full-time

Salary: Base salary of £52,000 with potential earnings up to £58,600 through bonuses, plus a £3,000 car allowance or company car.

Specific Hours: 40 hours per week

About Us

At Area Camden, we pride ourselves on being a Good Ofsted regulated business . We are on the lookout for an experienced, enthusiastic, and dedicated Registered Manager to lead our 3-bed children’s home in London . If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of young people aged 11-17 who exhibit challenging behavior, we want to hear from you!

Your Role

As a Registered Manager, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality care to the children and young people in our home. Your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing the delivery of all care services and strategic planning for the home.
• Building on the principles and practice standards expected at Area Camden.
• Leading and mentoring staff to ensure the best possible care for each young person.
• Organizing work patterns and facilitating care-focused training.
• Being personally available to support both staff and residents.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will possess:

• NVQ Level 5 in Management and NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children and Young People.
• A minimum of 2-3 years of management experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership abilities.
• Knowledge of the Children’s Act 1989 and Care Standards Act 2000.
• Understanding of safeguarding procedures.

Working Conditions

While the home manager is employed for 40 hours per week, you will have the flexibility to arrange your own work rota, which may include evening, weekend, and night shifts. You will be responsible for ensuring an appropriate staff presence to meet the childcare needs of the children and young people in the home.

Benefits and Opportunities

• 28 days of annual leave, including Bank Holidays.
• Access to a government workplace pension scheme after probation.
• A mobile phone provided for work purposes.
• Ofsted Bonuses: £3,000 for an Outstanding report, £1,500 for a Good report.
• Full Occupancy Bonus of £300 per month.
• A £3,000 car allowance or a company car valued at £5,400 per year.
• Local parking permit.
• Three months’ notice period on either side, except for disciplinary issues.

Join Us!

If you are committed, passionate, and possess the experience and qualifications we seek, we encourage you to apply! Submit your CV and a statement of interest to us.

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