Registered Manager
Posted 17th Sep, 2026
About the role
Buckinghamshire Council is recruiting a Registered Manager to take overall leadership of one of its children's residential homes, with positions available across the county. As Head of Home, you'll be responsible for shaping a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment where every child can thrive.
The role carries full accountability for operational management, regulatory compliance, and the quality of care delivered. You'll lead a dedicated team, driving high standards of safeguarding and continuous improvement, while working collaboratively with internal teams and external agencies to promote positive outcomes for children and young people.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing day-to-day operations and ensuring the highest quality of care
- Leading, supervising, and developing staff to achieve outstanding outcomes
- Overseeing budgets and resources with strong financial management
- Working collaboratively with internal teams and external agencies to promote positive outcomes for children
- Ensuring compliance with Children's Homes Regulations, Ofsted requirements, and the Statement of Purpose
The role requires flexibility to work unsocial hours when required, including weekends. Further detail on working patterns is available in the Children's Residential Candidate Pack.
To apply, click Apply Now. For an informal discussion, contact Laura Armstrong at laura.armstrong@buckinghamshire.gov.uk or Krishane Madhavan at Krishane.Madhavan@buckinghamshire.gov.uk. The closing date is 23:59 on Sunday 18th October 2026. Buckinghamshire Council reserves the right to close the vacancy once sufficient applications have been received, so early submission is strongly advised.
About You
Buckinghamshire Council is looking for an experienced leader who brings both operational capability and a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people. You'll need the confidence to inspire a team, navigate complex challenges, and maintain consistently high standards of care.
The ideal candidate will:
- Hold a Level 5 Children's Residential Management qualification and have at least two years of residential management experience
- Have strong knowledge of current legislation, regulations, and best practice in children's residential care
- Demonstrate excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
- Bring a can-do attitude, resilience, and the ability to motivate others
- Hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle, both of which are essential for travelling across the county
- Be flexible to work unsocial hours when required
Buckinghamshire Council is committed to equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone. The workforce should reflect the diverse communities served across Buckinghamshire, and applications are welcomed from all backgrounds.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants are required to declare all unspent convictions and conditional cautions, and all spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020 and 2023). An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check with barred list is required. Buckinghamshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk.
Buckinghamshire Council's Offer to You
Residential children's services at Buckinghamshire Council offer the chance to lead in an environment where staff development and wellbeing sit alongside the quality of care delivered. The council actively encourages a good work-life balance and promotes flexible and agile working arrangements, with an offer of flexible working that empowers a productive and happy workforce.
Buckinghamshire Council's biggest strength comes from the people who work for it. From dedicated staff networks overseen by the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, all colleagues are supported to feel engaged, listened to, and valued.
- Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders, and mindfulness workshops
- A unified voice through the Employee Representative Group
- Ongoing support and opportunities to develop and progress in your career
- Auto-enrolment onto a generous pension scheme
- Discounted gym memberships, travel discounts with Arriva, and access to Costco membership
- Discounts at a range of cafés, restaurants, and shops
- And more, including opportunities to take part in fundraising and social events
