Oxfordshire County Council are currently looking to recruit a Registered Manager to join our team on a permanent basis and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of GBP55,783 – GBP59,010 per annum.

Location: Solo Children's Homes, Located in Chinnor, Nr Thame and in Sutton, Nr Witney, Oxfordshire

Hours: 37 hours per week – Sleep in (if required in extreme circumstances). Participation in the Managers On Call rota.

About the Registered Manager role:

The successful applicant will be the Registered Manager for our 2 new solo children's homes. These provisions are small children's homes imbedded in quiet local communities to provide a safe and nurturing home environment with intensive support packages for up to 2 young people in each home aged 12 – 17 who require short term care.

What we are looking for in our ideal Registered Manager:

We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and highly motivated Registered Manager to lead and develop these new solo children's home as they open their doors to our children.

You will have experience working in a residential care setting at a managerial level including knowledge of managing residential children's homes. Be Qualified to Diploma level 5 – Leadership and Management in Children's Residential Care (or equivalent) and/ or a Professional Social Work qualification.

Rewards and Benefits:

Relocation expenses of up to GBP8,000A good OFSTED ratingRegular training opportunitiesA flexible, agile organisationA generous local government pension schemeUp to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidaysCulture of flexible workingTechnology to support agile working where role permitsOption to 'buy' additional holidayEmployee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeing supportMembership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, with an employer's contribution of up to 19.9%Enhanced family friendly policiesLocal and national discounts for shopping and travelGreat learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development. Vetting requirements – This role is subject to:

Criminal Records CheckThe Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009 sSuccessful candidates will be required to complete a Disqualification Form Closing date: Sunday 28th January 2024

Interview date: Thursday 8th and Friday 9th February 2024

If you think you have what it takes to become our new Registered Manager, click 'apply' now, we would love to hear from you!