Childrens Service Manager
Brook Street Social Care
DH1, GB
Job Title: Registered Manager - Children's Home\n Location: Bishop Auckland, County Durham (with flexibility to work across Council sites)\n Contract Type: Permanent\n Working Pattern: Full Time (37 hours per week)\n Salary: Grade 14 £48,710 - £52,805 per annum\n Additional Allowances: £2,500 temporary recruitment/retention allowance (annual lump sum) & £3,500 temporary Market Supplement (paid monthly)\n Total Earning Potential: Up to £58,805 per annum\n\nAbout the Role\n\nWe are excited to be expanding our Children's Homes Service in County Durham and are seeking a passionate Registered Manager to lead one of our homes in Bishop Auckland. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a trauma-informed environment, building a supportive and skilled team dedicated to achieving positive outcomes for children and young people.\n\nAs a Registered Manager, you will:\n\nOversee all aspects of the Children's Home's operations.\nLead, train, and develop your team to deliver high-quality care.\nEnsure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Ofsted standards.\nPromote continuous service improvement and innovation.\nSupport the emotional well-being and development of the children in your care.About You\n\nWe are looking for a dynamic leader with:\n\nProven leadership and management experience in a residential setting.\nStrong understanding of Children's Homes Regulations 2015, Ofsted inspections, and Regulation 44.\nKnowledge of evidence-based practice and research related to children in care.\nExcellent people management skills, including training, supervision, and HR practices.\nEffective communication and decision-making skills.\nA passion for creating a nurturing environment focused on young people's aspirations and well- being.Qualifications:\n\nLevel 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)\nLevel 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or commitment to complete within 18 months - funded by the Council)Evening and weekend work may be required, and the role is eligible for flexi-time.\n\nOur Values\n\nOur work is guided by our Durham Cares approach, rooted in our core DURHAM values:\n\nDignity\nUnity\nResponsibility\nHeart\nAspiration\nMindsetThese values shape the care we provide for young people and foster a positive, supportive culture within our teams.\n\nWhat We Offer\n\nWe value our staff and offer a comprehensive rewards package, including:\n\n27 days' holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing to 32 days after 5 years' service\nOption to purchase up to 10 additional days' annual leave\nLocal Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with top-up options\nWellbeing Portal and Employee Assistance Scheme\nProfessional development opportunities, including funded qualifications and mentoring\nEmployee Benefits Portal with discounts at major retailers\nDiscounted gym membership\nStaff-led networks (Race Equality, LGBT+, Carers, Armed Forces, Menopause)\nSalary sacrifice schemes (e.g., car leasing)\nTrade Union membershipHow to Apply\n\nIf you're ready to make a difference and lead a team providing outstanding care for young people, we want to hear from you!\n\n #DCCA12