Dual Registered Manager Children's HomesNHS

Job summary

Package Description: We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and dedicated leader to oversee the opening of two brand new children's residential homes within Redcar and Cleveland. Operating under a dual registration, you will have the unique opportunity to influence every aspect of service development, from creating positive team cultures and implementing outstanding care practices to preparing both homes for registration and inspection. This is a rare chance to leave a lasting legacy by developing two services that provide exceptional outcomes for children and young people who need stability, support and the opportunity to reach their full potential. About the Role As the Dual Registered Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of our childrens residential homes located in Redcar and Cleveland. As an experienced manager, you will confidently lead and support dedicated teams, fostering a safe, positive, and inclusive environment where children and staff can thrive.

Main duties of the job

As a Dual Registered Manager for Agincare Children's Services, you will have the opportunity to oversee the creation and operations of two new children's residential homes in Redcar and Cleveland. This role involves developing service aspects, team cultures, and care practices, ensuring compliance with regulatory and legislative standards. You'll manage the day-to-day operations to create a nurturing environment for both children and staff. The role requires a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare or equivalent, plus at least three years' managerial experience in childrens residential care. Additional responsibilities include planning and implementing care plans, supporting children with learning disabilities, and leading Ofsted inspections. As a senior leader, you'll be pivotal in establishing new services, aiming for high outcomes for young people.

Job description

Package Description: We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and dedicated leader to oversee the opening of two brand new children's residential homes within Redcar and Cleveland. Operating under a dual registration, you will have the unique opportunity to influence every aspect of service development, from creating positive team cultures and implementing outstanding care practices to preparing both homes for registration and inspection.

This is a rare chance to leave a lasting legacy by developing two services that provide exceptional outcomes for children and young people who need stability, support and the opportunity to reach their full potential.

About the RoleAs the Dual Registered Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of our childrens residential homes located in Redcar and Cleveland.

As an experienced manager, you will confidently lead and support dedicated teams, fostering a safe, positive, and inclusive environment where children and staff can thrive. You will play a key role in establishing and developing this new service, ensuring high-quality care delivery while maintaining full compliance with regulatory and legislative requirements.

This is a unique opportunity to help shape and embed best practice across these homes from the outset, ensuring outstanding outcomes for the children and young people we support.

What You Need to Be Successful in This RoleEssential:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England) (or equivalent).
• Minimum of 3 years experience in childrens residential care, including at least 3 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of safeguarding,Ofstedregulations, and relevant legislation in childrens services.
• Experience in planning and implementing care plans and maintaining documentation to a high standard in line withChildrens Homes (England) Regulations 2015and Quality Standards.
• Experience supporting children and young people with learning disabilities who may display complex behaviours.
• Experience leading Ofsted home inspections.

Desirable

• Experience opening or developing new services is advantageous.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to earn a discretionary bonus
• A referral scheme that could earn you up to £1,000*.
• Career development opportunities.
• A variety of employee benefits including Blue Light discounts, early pay on demand, and a company pension scheme.

About AgincareAgincare is proudly celebrating 40 years of caring for communities. As a rapidly growing, family-owned care provider with more than 5,500 team members, and expanding every day, we continue to strengthen our services through recent care home developments and the launch of our new not-for-profit Childrens Services. Today, Agincare is one of the UKs largest care providers, delivering care and nursing homes, home care, extra care, supported living, and live-in care across more than 170 locations nationwide.

As a signatory of the Care Leaver Covenant, we are committed tosupporting care leavers by guaranteeing either an interview or an informal career conversation. We are proud to support the Armed Forces community through our alliance,offering guaranteed interviewsto service leavers and members of the military community.

All of our services are regulated by the CQC, Our children's services by Ofsted, and Agincare is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. At present, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.

As care is always in high demand, we have a wide range of exciting opportunities available. If this particular role isnt the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies, www.agincare.com/careers

About us

Agincare is a leading care provider in the UK, celebrating over 40 years of serving communities. As a family-owned company with more than 5,500 team members, Agincare emphasizes care and growth, continually developing its services. Their mission is to offer exceptional care across various settings, including homes, nursing institutions, and more, covering over 170 locations nationwide. Agincare is distinguished for its commitment to supporting diverse communities and recently launched not-for-profit childrens services. Emphasizing equal opportunities, Agincare is a signatory of the Care Leaver Covenant and supports the Armed Forces community by offering interviews and career opportunities, proudly maintaining high regulatory standards across all services.