Regional Manager - Children's Homes

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Job: Regional Manager - Children's Homes
Location:  North London, UK
Salary: £65,000 per annum + £12,500 bonus
Role: Full-time, Permanent

Are you a dynamic and experienced leader with a passion for improving outcomes for vulnerable children and young people? Are you seeking an exciting opportunity to oversee a region of social care children's homes in North London? If so, we have a rewarding role for you as a Regional Manager.

We are working with a leading provider of social care services dedicated to supporting children and young people in need across London. They are committed to delivering high-quality care and creating environments where individuals can thrive and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities for the Regional Manager:

• Provide strategic leadership and operational management for a designated region of social care children's homes.
• Oversee the day-to-day running of multiple homes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, company policies, and best practices.
• Lead and support a team of Residential Managers, providing guidance, coaching, and supervision to drive continuous improvement.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of care delivery across the region, implementing interventions and improvements as necessary.
• Develop and maintain effective partnerships with local authorities, external agencies, and stakeholders to ensure the holistic support of children and young people.
• Oversee five children's homes, including two 5-bed homes, two 4-bed homes, and one new home with a manager in place.
• Drive the recruitment, training, and development of staff within the region, promoting a culture of excellence, teamwork, and professional growth.

Qualifications and Requirements for the Regional Manager:

• Significant experience in a leadership role within the social care sector, ideally within children's residential care.
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation, regulations, and best practice guidelines within the social care sector, particularly in London.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and developing teams to achieve outstanding outcomes.
• A commitment to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of children and young people.

Salary and Benefits for the Regional Manager:

• Competitive salary of £65,000 per annum, plus a bonus of £12,500.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including pension scheme and generous annual leave entitlement.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of children and young people.

How to Apply:

Please follow the instructions on this website to apply your interest, or alternatively for more information on this position please contact Drew Marlow at Archer Care Recruitment on (phone number removed).