Job Description

Residential Home Manager Location: United Kingdom, Colindale, London (On-site)

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Job Details

• Application Deadline: 30th June 2024, 11:59 PM
• Schedule: Full-time
• Working Hours: Includes some evenings and weekends
• Salary: £67,794 - £75,070

About Us

Barnet is a borough that boasts excellent schools, vibrant town centres, expansive green spaces, and a diverse community, making it an exceptional place to live and work. We are committed to building on these strengths and collaborating with partner organisations and residents to enhance the borough. Our staff embody our core values: Learning to Improve, Caring, Inclusive, Collaborative.

Role Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Children's Home Manager to oversee two of our children's homes, specifically the Therapeutic Home and the Emotional Behaviour Difficulties Home. This role requires registration as the Homes Manager for Ofsted purposes.

As a Residential Home Manager, you will ensure the effective management of these homes, delivering a professional and child-centred service aligned with all relevant regulations and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee two children's homes, ensuring high-quality services.
• Register as the Homes Manager with Ofsted.
• Implement and lead the therapeutic model at Woodside Avenue, coordinating the efforts of residential staff and clinical support practitioners.
• Manage a combined budget of over £1.5 million for both homes.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to meet the assessed needs of children holistically within a family setting when appropriate.
• Address complex issues creatively to enhance service responsiveness within budget constraints.
• Hold a level five qualification in leadership and management.

Benefits

• 31 days of annual leave plus public and bank holidays
• Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options, including hybrid working, flexitime, job sharing, home working, and part-time opportunities
• Discounts from major retailers, supermarkets, and energy suppliers
• Various payroll benefits, such as cycle-to-work schemes, eye care vouchers, travel discounts, and gym memberships
• Comprehensive training and development programmes
• Employee well-being initiatives, including confidential assistance programmes

How to Apply

Contact Phil Puaca at Ackerman Pierce on (phone number removed),

Our Commitment

Barnet Council is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We follow stringent safer recruitment practices.

We are committed to equality of opportunity in service provision and employment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and value diversity. For more information, please read our equality statement. Barnet Council supports flexible working arrangements to help employees maintain a healthy work-life balance. Discuss your requirements and preferences at the interview stage.

Barnet Council is a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all abilities. If you need any adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We support the Access to Work scheme.

Skills Required

• COMMUNICATION
• Management