Birmingham Children's Trust
Registered Manager
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Birmingham Children’s Trust are expanding the internal Children’s Homes portfolio. We recognise the importance of providing good quality placements to our children and young people and want to provide homes that keep children and young people close to family, peers and education.
We are excited to be recruiting for a new Registered Manager
This role is to manage a long term home for children with disabilities. The home is currently rated as GOOD and we are looking for an aspirational manager to lead the home to achieving outstanding.
As our new Registered Manager, you will:
- Oversee the day-to-day running of the residential home.
- Champion the best interests of young people, lead child-centred practice, and ensure all safeguarding procedures are followed.
- Require strong resource management and effective leadership.
- Actively contribute to the wider Children’s Residential Services management team.
You will be supported by two Deputy Managers and three Assistant Managers.
Requirements:
- Experience of working in a children’s residential setting at a senior level.
- Ability to manage staff capability successfully.
- Proven experience managing a children’s home.
- Strong leadership skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and reflective practice.
- Ability to work flexibly, including participation in an “on-call” rota.
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Location:
This role is based in Aston, Birmingham so you must have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship. Please do not apply if you do not have the right to work.
Our Benefits:
- Supportive peer group
- Substantial training package
- A generous annual leave package of 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 5 years of service and 35 days after 10 years of service.
- Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Full access to our amazing internal employee benefits scheme
- Generous local government career average pension scheme
Application Process:
Interview date: To be confirmed.
Please submit your CV and a supporting statement clearly demonstrating your skills and experience.
For further information please contact Justine Bishop (Head of Service) via Justine.Bishop@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk
Onboarding Process:
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a series of background checks with Experian Including Experian DBS, Right to Work, and Digital ID verification.
Why Join Us?
- Impactful Work
- Supportive Environment
- Career Development
- Generous Benefits
Our Values:
We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.
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We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.
We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.
Safeguarding:
At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.
The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people.
We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.
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