Operations Manager - Children's Services

Are you a passionate Senior Care Manager who believes in encouraging Children and Young People to unlock their full potential? Do you enjoy facing challenges head on, embracing new ideas and exceeding expectations whilst promoting a positive, team environment?

We have an incredible opportunity to join Residential Childrens Service with homes across the West Midlands, who cater to children aged 3 - 18 years with a range of physical and health needs, and learning disabilities as an Operations Manager.

Role:

The main purpose of the role will be to provide strong leadership to the management team, and support all homes in ensuring the highest quality of care and service is delivered, maintaining Ofsted rating of Good or Above. As Operations Manager, you will be joining an exceptionally talented management team, reporting directly to the Service Director, providing line management support to 7 Home Managers.

This is a full time, permanent position based at the Head Office in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire with regular travel across the West Midlands and possible overnight stays.

Requirements:

Ideally, you will have previous experience in a similar Senior Management role, however, exceptional Home Managers looking to step up will also be considered. You must be able to demonstrate the below:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management or equivalent
• Previous experience in Children’s Residential Services
• Strong leadership and management experience and skillset
• Vibrant, passionate and positive attitude
• Full understanding of relevant legislation, compliance and safeguarding procedures
• Strong organisational and administrational skills
• Ability to inspire and engage others and lead by example
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Exacting standards and fastidious approach

Rewards:

As well as a strong basic salary of £60k per annum, you will be rewarded with:

• £3,600 Car Allowance
• £3k Welcome bonus
• £10k Annual Performance Bonus
• 2 Week paid induction
• £1000 Refer a Friend Scheme
• Access to free online learning resources
• Ongoing Learning and Development Programmes
• Free, onsite parking
• Company pension scheme
• Employee recognition scheme
• Annual Employee Awards Evening

If you have the relevant experience and would like to learn more, then please contact Safer Hand Care and ask for Rebecca Quilliam-Brown. Alternatively, submit your application for consideration.

Please note, Safer Hand Care are acting as an employment agency on behalf of a client and by applying you agree to register with us and for us to hold your details on file. Due to the volume of applications, we will only contact applicants who have been successfully shortlisted, but may contact you in regards to any other suitable vacancies.