Regional Support Manager

Regional Support Manager

Department: Residential

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Calving ton House - Newport, Shropshire

Compensation: £55,000 / year

Become an Eslander and start a truly rewarding career Esland are driven to changing children’s lives for the better by providing best-in-class specialist services.

Esland are embarking on an exciting period of growth and are therefore looking for a passionate Regional Support Manager to join us on this journey. This is the perfect role for a well established registered manager that wants to grow with an ever expanding company. We think that our teams are the best in the industry - if you want to join us, there has never been a better time!

We are looking for a dynamic leader, someone who is tenacious and passionate with the ability to connect with those they meet and build meaningful and productive working relationships. We are looking for:

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience managing a residential children’s home
• Direct knowledge and experience of Ofsted inspections and expectations and a history of obtaining Good and/or Outstanding ratings
• Excellent communication skills and an initiative-taking approach to all tasks
• Robust leadership skills
• Possession of the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young Peoples Services (or equivalent)
• A role model for all Esland values
• A flexible approach to working
• A full UK driving license and the ability to travel across our homes

• Support the Regional Manager with management of the Registered Managers within the designated region
• Creating and maintaining quality services and long-term placements
• Ensuring that any home with a vacancy for a Registered Manager is able to run smoothly and without disruption to deliver continuity of service and care
• Management of budgets – including staffing and maintenance resources
• Ensuring that staff are recruited and trained according to company policy and relevant legalisation
• Ensuring that the homes have the correct resources and environment in which children can develop
• Ensuring that all Esland policies and procedures are implemented and are followed at all times
• Ensuring that all young people experience a placement experience that is personalised to their particular needs, identified through a robust assessment system and placement matching
• Keeping effective records, monitoring progress and taking appropriate action to ensure service delivery
• Conducting staff evaluation & regular supervisions with Registered Managers
• Liaising with external support agencies
• Developing a Regional Development Plan and individual Personal Development Plans for all managers and ensuring their implementation

We want you to feel valued and rewarded by your time  understand the importance of offering you a reward package that goes beyond simply a salary. The salary will be up to £55,000 per annum dependant on experience, plus a car allowance of £3,000 per annum. We can also offer:

• 28 days annual leave
• Company sick pay
• Healthcare cashback plan
• Enrolment into Esland pension scheme
• Comprehensive, paid induction training (that is accredited through the Bild Association of Certified Training) and ongoing training within the role
• Fantastic opportunities for career development, we promoted over 100 colleagues last year
• Cycle to work scheme
• A £500 bonus via our 'Refer a Friend’ scheme
• Monthly recognition awards
• Casual dress code
• Access to big-brand deals and discounts via our employee benefits scheme E-Together
• Food available whilst on shift
• Free parking
• A day off for your birthday (in addition to your holiday entitlement)
• Access to a holiday home based in the Peak District where you can stay for free, on the company!
• The opportunity to make a real difference to a child's life!