Head of Care Operations - Children's Residential Care
North West
£80,000 + Equity
REQUIREMENTS
- Experience as a Head of Operations. Operations Director or Regional Manager within children’s residential services.
- A proven track record of achieving at least good ratings in Ofsted inspections.
Compass Associates are exclusively partnering with an established medium-sized care provider in the northwest which specialises in residential care for young adults and children with learning disabilities and behavioural difficulties. They are looking to recruit an Head of Care Operations to line manage and support Area Managers to improve outcomes for clients across their residential services – all of which are rated good or outstanding.
THE ROLE
As the Head of Care Operations, you will be responsible for the running of the organisation’s care services. Several Area Managers will all report directly to you, while you will report to the Operations Director. This role will involve visiting and supervising services while supporting Area Managers and balancing a more strategic leadership role within the company.
THE CANDIDATE
A background within Ofsted-registered children’s homes is essential. Applicants must also be commercially astute and understand what it takes to operate a portfolio of profitable care services, e.g. developing ties with local authorities and managing occupancy and agency use. Despite the business'mixed portfolio, SMT members experience falls largely within CQC and adult services and as such by client are seeking candidates who can offer critical experience and knowledge of Ofsted to aid their growth objectives.
INTERVIEW PROCESS
There will be a three-stage interview process:
- An informal conversation with the Operations Director
- An formal interview with the Operations Director and CEO.
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RECOMMENDATIONS
Compass Associates Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy; we offer £200 of John Lewis vouchers for each successful recommendation.
CONTACT DETAILS
If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity or would like to request a full job description, please contact Adam Brenton directly