• Job Description

  Req#: req17994
  Registered Manager - Grade PO6

  Leeds City Council - Children & Families

  Salary	PO6 - £46,549.00 - £49,590.00
  Hours	37
  Contract Type	Permanent
  Closes	Wednesday 12th July 2023 11:30 PM
  Job Ref	Req17994

  
  Registered Manager - Grade PO6 - Job Description

  Can you inspire a team of dedicated residential care professionals to provide the very best support for children and young people who are looked after? Are you committed to ensuring that every child in our care feels heard and receives individual support to achieve their potential?
  
  We’re looking for exceptional children’s social care professionals to join us in the role of Registered Manager, to lead the staff team in one of our Ofsted-rated ‘good’ or ‘outstanding’ homes.
  
  It’s an exciting time to join Leeds City Council’s children’s services, which was rated outstanding by Ofsted at our last inspection. We are expanding our residential provision across Leeds so we can continue to offer excellent care to children and young people, including specialist support for those with complex needs.
  
  We are committed to the ambition of Child Friendly Leeds. We want Leeds to be a city where all children are safe, happy and healthy, do well at school, fulfil their potential and grow up to be active citizens with voice and influence.
  
  The role
  As Registered Manager you will lead and develop the staff team in the home, to ensure children and young people live in a safe and nurturing environment where they are supported to realise their potential.
  
  You will:

  • manage the home and staff team, leading the provision of inspirational care tailored to individual needs
    
  • lead on staff management, recruitment, training and development, adhering to appropriate policy and procedure
    
  • work collaboratively with professionals, families and communities of origin
    
  • advocate for children and nurture them in their learning and ambitions for the future
    
  • manage complex and challenging behaviour in an assertive, restorative and sensitive manner
    
  • proactively contribute to the wider service and its overall ethos, work and aims
    

  About you

  We are looking for experienced candidates with the tenacity and leadership qualities to drive positive outcomes for children and inspire confidence in the service.
  
  We expect the following experience, knowledge and qualifications (or equivalent):

  • educated to degree level
    
  • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Child Care
    
  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare
    
  • extensive knowledge of the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and associated quality standards
    within the last 5 years, at least 2 years’ experience of residential care of children and 1 year in a relevant supervisory or management role
    
  • experience of working in behavioural change programmes or with knowledge of evidence-based programmes of working with families
    

  If you do not have the Level 3 or Level 5 Diplomas we will fund your studies with the requirement that you achieve Level 5 within a specified period. You will be required to register with Ofsted as the manager of the children’s home and we will support you to achieve registration.

  
  What we offer you
  You will be part of a supportive leadership team which understands the nature of the role and its challenges and has your wellbeing at heart. Our commitment is to support you in your role and enable you to develop your skills as a leader in outstanding children’s services.
  
  We offer:

  • a competitive salary
    
  • generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holiday allowance
    
  • support for you to study for relevant qualifications
    
  • continuing professional development opportunities
    
  • a range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further
    
  • membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund
    

  How to apply

  Before applying please read the job description and employee specification carefully. We will only shortlist candidates who demonstrate in their application that they meet all the essential criteria for the role.
  
  Please complete our online application form in full. You will be invited to upload your CV if you wish, which will prepopulate your contact details, employment history, qualifications and training. However you should check your information carefully and ensure you complete all sections before submitting your application.
  
  For an informal chat about the role please contact Chris Graefe, Registered Manager, residential services. Call 01132784812 or email chris.graefe@leeds.gov.uk
  

  We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
  
  A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check against the Children’s barred list will be carried out on preferred candidates.
  
  We promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds and the communities we serve. Leeds City Council is an Inclusive employer, ranked 70 on the Stonewall top 100 employers 2023 list. We are also an Age friendly employer, a Mindful employer and a Disability Confident leader.
  
  All new Leeds City Council appointments are made subject to the satisfactory completion of a six month probationary period.
  
  This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
  
  

• About the company

  Leeds City Council is the local authority of the City of Leeds in West Yorkshire, England.

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