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Preston, England, United Kingdom · On-site
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Preston, England, United Kingdom · On-site
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Preston, England, United Kingdom · On-site
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Preston, England, United Kingdom · On-site
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Preston, England, United Kingdom · On-site
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Preston, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
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Preston, England, United Kingdom · On-site
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Preston, England, United Kingdom · On-site
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Preston, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
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Preston, England, United Kingdom · On-site
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Preston, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$28k–$32k/yr
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Preston, England, United Kingdom · On-site
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Preston, England, United Kingdom • On-site
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Oversee the daily operations of two Children's Homes to ensure efficiency and compliance with all relevant regulations. Lead and mentor teams of Residential Childcare Workers and Deputy Managers to support the well-being of children.
Requires an NVQ 5 or equivalent in Leadership & Management in Health & Social Care and at least 3 years of experience managing a Children's Home. A valid driving license and access to a vehicle are essential requirements.
| Salary £51,356 - £55,612 Per Annum | Permanent, Full Time, 37 Hours Per Week |Lytham|
Visa Sponsorship – this role is not open to visa sponsorship
As part of our exciting expansion, we are looking for a dynamic and compassionate Dual Registered Children’s Home Manager to join our team, based in Lytham
"Where Our Children Live" is a programme of work focusing on creating Lancashire homes for Lancashire children as part of a modernisation and expansion of Children's Residential Childcare at Lancashire County Council.
As part of the Residential Leadership Team, this position involves overseeing the daily operations of two Children’s Homes, ensuring they run smoothly and efficiently while maintaining compliance with all relevant regulations and standards. The Dual Registered Manager is responsible for leading and mentoring two teams of Residential Childcare Workers, supported by four Deputy Managers.
The ideal candidate for this role will have relevant qualifications in social care or a related field, with proven experience in managing Children’s Homes or similar settings. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, along with a genuine commitment to the well-being and development of our children. Excellent organisational and time-management skills are required to handle multiple responsibilities effectively.
Personal attributes such as empathy, compassion, resilience, and integrity are considered essential for this role. The Dual Registered Manager must have a caring and empathetic approach to working with children and staff, the ability to handle challenging situations with patience and professionalism, and a strong sense of ethics and integrity in all aspects of the role.
You should demonstrate in your application how you meet the requirements of the job description by uploading a copy of your CV and Supporting Statement.
Please feel free to contact us for an initial informal and confidential chat – contact our talent team today, on [email protected].
Interviews: TBC
Lancashire County Council reserves the right to close this job advertisement at any time prior to the stated closing date. This decision may be made without prior notice and is at the sole discretion of Lancashire County Council. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly, as we may fill the position before the advertised closing date.
The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab.
Please ensure you have uploaded and attached your supporting statement to evidence how you meet the criteria for the role. The panel may be unable to shortlist you for interview without this evidence.
You will be required to provide a car for use in connection with the duties of this post and must be insured for business use. However, we may consider you if you cannot drive because of a disability.
We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.
Job Description and Person Specification
Lancashire County Council is committed to improving the quality of life for everyone in Lancashire.
Lancashire County Council is committed to improving the quality of life for everyone in Lancashire. We believe that all our citizens have the right to be treated fairly. We recognise that some people do not get an equal chance in life. For some of our children and young people this can have a lasting impact on their future. We will play our part in helping to narrow the gaps that exist between different parts our communities and improving the quality of life of those who have less advantages and are in danger of poor outcomes. As a community leader, employer and provider of services we want to make sure that everyone in Lancashire has the opportunity to achieve their potential, no matter where they live or what their background, individual characteristics or personal circumstances might be.
Offices: Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire PR1 8RL, GB
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