Responsible Individual – children’s residential

Responsible Individual – children’s residential

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Responsible Individual to support one children’s residential service in Stevenage, Hertfordshire.

Our client is a forward thinking, innovative provider of children’s services and offers all employees a rewarding, dynamic working environment.

This position is a permanent, position working 2 to 3 days per week. The basic salary can go up to £60,000 for the right candidate.

The successful applicant will oversee a children’s residential home in the Stevenage area as the Responsible Individual and provide support to Registered Manager that run the service day to day. This role is part time but could become full time as the company grows.

This role is open to experienced Area Managers and Responsible Individuals who have completed their level 5 and have previous good or outstanding inspections. Previous experience in mentoring other managers is essential.

As a Responsible Individual, your main responsibilities will include:

• Be the Responsible Individual for a children’s home and act on behalf of the organisation to ensure all requirements are met.
• To oversee the management of placements within the service.
• Managing the annual budget effectively.
• Ensuring that staffing levels and competencies meet the requirements of the home and its residents.
• Maintaining up to date knowledge of the statutory and procedural framework for residential care and communicating this to the wider team.
• Providing leadership and supervision to the wider leadership team.

In return, our client is offering a range of benefits, including

• 33 days annual leave.
• Flexible working hours (start/finish times).
• Grow alongside an outstanding new provider

Not for you? If you are registered with Shire and recommend a friend, family member or colleague, you will be eligible for a cash bonus payment!

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