Registered Manager
Posted 8th Oct, 2026
About the role
Buckinghamshire Council is looking for an experienced Registered Manager to lead one of its children's residential homes, taking overall responsibility for the quality of care, the performance of the staff team, and compliance with all relevant regulations. Positions are available across the county.
As Head of Home, you will shape the culture and daily life of the home, ensuring it is a safe, nurturing environment where children and young people can thrive. You will lead and develop your team, oversee budgets and resources, and work collaboratively with internal services and external agencies to achieve positive outcomes. The role carries responsibility for meeting Children's Homes Regulations, Ofsted requirements, and the home's Statement of Purpose.
Flexibility to work unsocial hours is required, along with the ability to travel across the county.
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 all legal and regulatory requirements
For an informal discussion about the role, contact Laura Armstrong at laura.armstrong@buckinghamshire.gov.uk or Krishane Madhavan at Krishane.Madhavan@buckinghamshire.gov.uk. The closing date for applications 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 advised.
About You
This role calls for a leader with a strong track record in children's residential management and a clear commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people. You will be confident working within a regulated environment and able to inspire a team to deliver 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
- Be flexible to work unsocial hours when required and willing to travel across the county
- Hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle, both of which are essential for this role
Buckinghamshire Council is committed to equality, fairness, and inclusion, and welcomes applications from candidates whose backgrounds reflect the diverse communities it serves.
This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check with barred list. It is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and applicants are required to declare all unspent convictions and conditional cautions, as well as all spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020 and 2023). 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 offers the opportunity to lead a team in a service where high standards of care are taken seriously, with clear regulatory frameworks and a focus on continuous improvement. The council works hard to be an accessible and inclusive employer, with dedicated staff networks overseen by an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, and proud to stand as a Disability Confident employer.
Flexible and agile working arrangements are actively encouraged, and the council offers a range of benefits designed to support a good work-life balance:
- Auto-enrolment onto a generous pension scheme
- Discounted gym memberships and travel discounts with Arriva
- Opportunity to gain Costco membership
- Discounts at a range of cafés, restaurants, and shops
- Health and wellbeing initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders, and mindfulness workshops
- Ongoing career development and progression opportunities
- And more, including fundraising and social events
