Home Manager

Description:

Are you passionate about providing a safe place for vulnerable children to call home?

* Do you have transferable skills and want to be part of a growing business?

* Ever considered a rewarding career in care with an ambitious and dedicated residential service who will support your career with amazing development opportunities

* Are you ready to join our ever-growing team of compassionate professionals and help shape the future of children's care?

If yes, apply today!

Are you an experienced Home Manager or maybe a Deputy Manager looking for that next step in your career?

We have a new Children's Home opening and are hiring a Home Manager to join the team in Tadley (RG26). If you have worked caring for Adults or Children but now looking for progression, we would love to hear from you!

At Amegreen Childrens Services Ltd, we are dedicated to providing exceptional residential care for children aged 5 to 18. Since our establishment in 2013, we have been committed to giving them the best possible start in life.

We take immense pride in achieving a good and outstanding rating from Ofsted across all our homes.

About the Home Manager role:

You will play a pivotal role in providing outstanding care and support to our children, empowering them to overcome challenges and thrive in a nurturing environment, you'll be the driving force behind the day-to-day operations of our home, supported and guided by a Registered Manager. Working collaboratively with an existing team while warmly welcoming and inducting new staff members. Your effective communication skills and caring, empathetic nature will be instrumental in creating a positive and supportive atmosphere for both our team and the children in our care.

As a Home Manager, you will demonstrate your in-depth knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations, ensuring that our homes exceed the highest standards of care and treatment interventions. Your ability to develop and inspire your team will be crucial in fostering a culture of continuous improvement and growth.

Skills and experience required as our Home Manager:

* Level 4 Apprenticeship for Children, Young People and Families Practitioner or NVQ equivalent.

* Desired: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership (or equivalent).

* Previous experience as a Deputy Manager or Home Manager in a residential care setting.

* Caring and empathetic nature, with effective communication skills.

* In-depth knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations.

* Ability to develop and inspire a high-performing team.

Please contact our recruitment tem on (phone number removed) (opt 7) if you would like more information on the role

Benefits:

Holiday

* Private use of company caravan (when not in use for our children)

* 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Progression

* We want to support you with your career; therefore, we’ll give you the support you need to progress and develop your skills.

Medical and Wellbeing

* Health Cash Plan – claim back from healthcare and wellbeing appointments such as dentists, opticians, sports massages plus many more.

* Free Flu jabs

* Sick pay (after probationary period)

* Employee Assistance Programme

Financial

* Salary, we are offering you a competitive base salary of £30,000 for 40 hours per week

* Bonus – sleep-in's are paid at £45 per weekday and £50 at the weekend. You could be earning up to £32,600 per year but you can earn even more if you want to do additional sleep-ins or shifts

* Company pension

* Childcare support scheme

* Car scheme available for Electric vehicle leases

* Cycle to Work scheme

Discounts

* All employees are eligible for the Blue Light Card, this offers amazing discounts on, family days out, holidays, cinema trips, retail stores plus more!

* Discount on driving lessons from our recommended instructors.

* Discounts with local companies including a Leisure Centre and Chiropractor

Reward and Recognition

* Long service award – discretionary bonus after 5, 10 and 15 years of employment with Amegreen

* Employee of the month discretionary reward

Referrals

* Recommend a friend and earn up to £500!

Equality and Diversity:
Amegreen is committed to being an organisation that allows people to be their authentic selves in a safe and inclusive environment.

We are actively building diverse teams therefore we welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. We want to create an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute their best work and develop to their full potential. If you require any accessibility adjustments to support your application, please contact us.

Safeguarding and GDPR:
Amegreen Children’s Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Therefore, all positions are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and references.

Adherence to Safeguarding and GDPR requirements and training on these policies and processes is mandatory for all employees. All employees are expected to understand and promote effective Safeguarding and GDPR practices in all aspects of their employment with Amegreen Children’s Services.

**We follow safer recruitment practices which requires an application of your full work history to be submitted along with consent to complete an enhanced DBS check