Registered Children's Home Manager; Dual Homes | Morcambe

Registered Children's Home Manager (Dual) – Morcambe

Salary: £51,356 - £55,612 per annum. Permanent, full‑time, 37 hours per week. This role is not open to visa sponsorship.

We are looking for a dynamic and compassionate Dual Registered Children’s Home Manager to join our Residential Leadership Team. The position involves overseeing the daily operations of two Children’s Homes, ensuring smooth and efficient running while maintaining compliance with all regulations and standards. The Dual Registered Manager leads and mentors two teams of Residential Childcare Workers, supported by four Deputy Managers.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations of two Children’s Homes.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
• Lead and mentor two teams of Residential Childcare Workers and four Deputy Managers.
• Manage multi‑functional responsibilities, including organisational, time‑management and staff coordination.

• Passion for working with children and commitment to their well‑being.
• QCF5 or NVQ 5 Leadership & Management in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience managing a Children’s Home.
• Proven ability to develop a high‑performing team at a managerial level.
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle – essential for this car‑user post.

• Generous annual leave: 25 days (increasing to 32 days after five years’ service) plus eight bank holidays and two extra statutory days.
• Comprehensive Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Health and well‑being initiatives – wellness programmes, Occupational Health Services, Cycle to Work scheme, eyesight test contribution and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave policies.
• Discounts on products and services, including local businesses, national retailers and car purchase schemes.
• Free parking and all meals/drinks included during shifts.
• Stable, experienced management team and dedicated Head of Service.
• Extensive training programme, including funded apprenticeships up to degree level.

The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). Successful candidates will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service for a ‘disclosure’.