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Job Title: Registered Care Home Manager - Children's Services Location: Ebbw Vale, Wales Salary: £44,000 per annum, with an available £5,000 performance-related bonus for achieving positive inspection results and meeting mandatory targets. About the Role: A reputable Welsh care provider is seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Manager to lead and manage a children's home. The core purpose of this role is to lead an excellent, ethical, and inclusive service that meets the individual needs of children, promotes their well-being, and ensures the highest standards of care are met. You will be responsible for all aspects of the home's operations, ensuring full compliance with company policies, Social Care Wales standards, and the RISCA Regulations for Registered Children's Homes. Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Staff Management Lead, manage, and support the staff team on a daily basis, promoting best practice and good conduct. Oversee staff development, including induction, training, coaching, and mentoring. This includes oversight of new staff completing the All Wales induction framework. Implement and manage effective supervision and appraisal processes for all staff, providing constructive feedback and addressing any performance issues. Create a positive workplace culture where staff can share good practice, raise concerns, and contribute to decision-making. Child-Centred Care & Safeguarding Act as the designated Safeguarding Officer for the home, with a full understanding of local safeguarding protocols. Ensure all practice is child-centred, actively promoting dignity, respect, and the participation of children in their own care planning. Oversee the creation, implementation, and regular review of individual care plans, behavioural management plans, and pathway plans for each child. Demonstrate full competency in all aspects of risk assessment, including those related to behaviour, activities, and health and safety. Working Hours: This is a full-time, 40-hour per week position. A flexible approach is essential, as the role requires providing on-call support and covering additional hours according to the needs of the business. Compliance & Quality Assurance: Ensure the service is fully compliant with RISCA regulations and the Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) framework. Maintain accurate, high-quality records and reports, ensuring they are completed on time and adhere to legal requirements for confidentiality and data protection. Continuously monitor practice within the home to ensure agreed care plans are being followed and standards are consistently met. Required Qualifications & Experience: To be considered for this role, you must have: A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (or a Level 4 with a prior QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care CYP). A sound knowledge of RISCA regulations, the CIW inspection framework, and relevant Children's Acts. Current registration with Social Care Wales. Registration with the DBS Update Service. A clean, manual UK driving licence. If you have any further questions or wish to apply for this role then please get in touch with me on Otherwise Apply Below and I will be in touch soon. We have several exciting opportunities with competitive pay and flexibility. If you wish to discuss this further please callor emailand we would be happy to have a confidential discussion. Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.

Are you a passionate and experienced Registered Manager ready to make a profound difference in the lives of vulnerable children? Our client, a dedicated provider of exceptional therapeutic care, is seeking a Registered Manager for their 4-bedded children's home in Redditch. This is an incredible opportunity to shape a warm, safe, and healing environment where children can truly thrive. A salary of £47,500 - £60,000 (dependent on experience) + up to £5k bonus About the Role: As the Registered Manager, you will be the cornerstone of this therapeutic home. You will lead an established team, guiding them in a culture of emotional safety and connection, grounded in the principles of PACE (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy) and Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP). Every interaction, every decision, will be driven by connection, empathy, and mutual respect, fostering an environment where children can heal from complex trauma and reach their full potential. Our client is a child-focused, trauma-informed organisation committed to creating positive outcomes. They believe in the power of understanding, nurturing, and supportive relationships to bring about lasting positive change. Key Responsibilities: Operational & Regulatory Oversight: Full responsibility for the children's home, ensuring all operations and regulatory requirements are met. Therapeutic Leadership: Lead and inspire your team with a therapeutic mindset, seamlessly integrating PACE and DDP into daily practices. Culture Champion: Build and nurture a team culture that deeply aligns with the organisation's core values. Child-Centred Support: Ensure the emotional and developmental needs of children are met through trauma-informed care and tailored individual plans. Positive Outcomes: Champion positive outcomes for each child, advocating for their well-being and growth. Reflective Supervision: Provide emotionally intelligent and reflective supervision to your team. Compliance & Improvement: Ensure robust compliance with Ofsted requirements and actively drive continuous service improvement. Collaborative Care: Work closely with families, professionals, and external partners to deliver a holistic care approach. We're Looking For: Experienced Leader: At least 4 years of experience in residential childcare, including a minimum of 2 years in a management role with a proven track record of Ofsted "Good" or higher. Qualified: Hold the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent). Trauma-Informed Expertise: A deep understanding of trauma, attachment, and child development. DDP & PACE Advocate: Committed to DDP-informed care and the principles of the PACE model. Compassionate & Accountable: A leader who embodies compassion, accountability, and a profound understanding of relational care. Child-Centred: A strong advocate for co-regulation, reflective practice, and a truly child-centred approach. Quality Driven: Comfortable working closely with regulators and passionate about achieving "Outstanding" outcomes. It is imperative that you hold a full UK Driving Licence What is being Offered: Impactful Role: A unique opportunity to lead and shape a therapeutic home built on strong values and vision. Professional Growth: Continuous professional development, including specialised training in DDP and trauma-informed practice. Dedicated Support: Regular access to therapeutic consultation and reflective supervision. Strong Leadership Network: Robust support from a senior leadership team deeply committed to relational care. Supportive Culture: A workplace culture that prioritises both staff well-being and the healing journey of children. Salary: £47,500 - £60,000 (dependent on experience) + up to £5k bonus If you are ready to make a real difference, lead with authenticity, and create a nurturing, therapeutic space for children to heal and grow, we encourage you to apply Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.