Children's Home Manager

Reporting to the CEO

Salary:
circa £60,000 per annum

With 33 days annual leave
, ethical workplace pension
, wellbeing benefits
, training and development opportunities, and career progression
.

We're on a mission to create a nurturing and healing haven for children who have experienced trauma. Now is the time to make a difference and help children grow, have adventures, an ordinary family life and thrive.

In our Hygge(pronounced hue-gah) community, you will meet others from a wide range of backgrounds and professions. Yet, what binds us together is our unwavering dedication and commitment to our shared values.

Together, we celebrate small victories, share moments of laughter, offer support in times of need and pause for a cup of tea (and a homemade brownie) to catch a breath.

As we continue to grow our team, we are dedicated to creating a supportive environment where everyone feels heard, valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive team. We believe that the power to make a difference lies within each individual, regardless of their background, age or previous experiences.

At Hygge, we believe in the power of compassion and resilience. Our therapeutic homes for children are dedicated to providing a warm and supportive environment where every child feels safe, valued and empowered. We are committed to fostering growth and healing through a trauma-informed approach.

As a Children’s Home Manager, you will be at the forefront of positive change. Your mission is to create a nurturing and healing environment for children in our care. You'll be responsible for leading a team of dedicated and passionate staff, developing care plans that put the needs and interests of the children first, and creating a home that's a real haven for those who need it most.

But most importantly, you'll be part of a community that's committed to giving children the opportunity to achieve, thrive and to love life.

You will:

• Act as the Registered Manager with Ofsted, accountable for compliance with the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
• Provide strategic leadership, setting the therapeutic vision and culture of the home in line with Hygge’s ethos.
• Ensure staff are trained, supervised and appraised to the highest standard, adhere to policies and procedures, embedding reflective and therapeutic practice.
• Lead on quality assurance, audits and continuous improvement, ensuring learning from incidents, complaints and feedback.
• Hold overall responsibility for safeguarding practice, notifications and escalations.
• Oversee the design, implementation and review of care and placement plans, ensuring children’s voices shape decisions.
• Manage the home’s budget and resources, ensuring financial sustainability and accountability.
• Ensure the highest standards of emotional, social and physical care, promoting best outcomes for young people through research, development and partnership with statutory agencies.

• A competitive salary circa £60,000 per annum, based on experience and qualifications.
• Annual Leave Entitlement of
  33 days, inclusive of bank holidays
• Generous workplace ethical pension
• Access to the Blue Light Card providing discounts to hundreds of retailers and venues
• Access to our Pirkx Benefits Package, offering a wide range of perks and services including online GPand physio consultations, 24/7 counselling, employee assistance programs, health and eye care benefits, as well as discounts on retail, leisure and entertainment activities
• Access to a coach and regular personal and group supervision sessions, providing guidance, support and mentorship as you navigate your career journey with us
• Access to a variety of professional development opportunities tailored to enhance your skills and expertise, empowering you to excel in your role and beyond
• Following one year of good performance we will work with you todevelop a personalised reward and recognition plan; we want to make sure that we are rewarding you in a way that works best for you
• You will also enjoy access to home-cooked meals, unlimited tea, fresh fruits and biscuits. Plus, we all…