Maidstone - Children's Care Centre Manager - Kent

Children’s Home Manager

Pay: £17.07 - £19.33 per hour

Shift Pattern: 5 days on (08:00 – 16:30), 3 days off, then 5 days on (13:30 – 22:00), 2 days off

Myn is proud to be recruiting for a long-term client, seeking a compassionate and experienced Children’s Home Manager. In this rewarding role, you will support unaccompanied asylum-seeking children by ensuring a safe and nurturing environment in line with the highest standards.

The Role:

You’ll assist the Registered Manager with the daily operations of the home, ensuring compliance with the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading a team of Residential Support Workers.
• Overseeing day-to-day care and safeguarding of the children.
• Ensuring the home meets Ofsted standards and maintaining professional relationships with inspectors.
• Conducting handovers and assigning tasks to staff, ensuring completion.
• Quality checking records on Liberi and ensuring accurate documentation.
• Managing incidents and ensuring timely reporting.

What You’ll Need:

• Proven experience in a children’s home or similar care setting.
• Strong knowledge of the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and Ofsted guidelines.
• Leadership skills to manage and support your team effectively.
• Ability to respond to safeguarding concerns and manage incidents.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A passion for working with vulnerable children, particularly unaccompanied asylum-seeking children.

What’s on Offer:

• A chance to make a lasting impact in the lives of vulnerable children.
• Competitive pay and a structured shift pattern.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.

If you’re dedicated, organised, and ready to make a difference, apply today!