High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom
£58000 - £73000
Permanent
Registered Manager | Children’s Residential (EBD) | High Wycombe
Primary Location: High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Jobs Also Available In: Beaconsfield, Flackwell Heath, Hazelmere, Marlow, Princes Risborough, Amersham, Stokenchurch
Salary: £58,000 – £73,000 per annum (DOE) + Performance Bonus & Enhanced Healthcare Package
The Opportunity: Driving Innovation in High Wycombe
A high-profile opportunity has arisen for a dynamic Registered Manager to lead a specialist EBD (Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties) service in High Wycombe. This role is perfectly suited for a leader who thrives in a fast-paced urban environment and possesses the strategic mindset required to manage a service with complex commissioning needs.
As the Registered Manager, you will be the driving force behind a home that balances high-level safeguarding with a modern, therapeutic approach. You will have the opportunity to lead a diverse multidisciplinary team, utilizing the town's extensive resources to provide young people with a robust path toward independence and emotional stability.
Why This Role in High Wycombe?
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Strategic Urban Hub: Lead a service in a major Buckinghamshire hub with excellent access to specialist education, health services, and recreational facilities for young people.
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Refined 2026 Package: A salary range of £58k – £73k, featuring an enhanced healthcare package and a bonus structure heavily weighted toward achieving a "Good" or "Outstanding" Ofsted status.
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Professional Development: Access to a wider regional network of managers and bespoke leadership training designed for the high-demand Buckinghamshire market.
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Connectivity: Strategically located for staff recruitment and commuting, with direct links to the M40 and excellent rail connections to London and the Midlands.
Key Responsibilities
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Ofsted Registration: Hold legal accountability as the Registered Manager, ensuring the service consistently meets and exceeds the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015.
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Therapeutic Leadership: Foster a culture of trauma-informed care, providing the team with the tools and mentorship needed to support young people with challenging behaviors.
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Operational Management: Oversee the home's daily operations, including recruitment, budget management, and the implementation of robust safeguarding protocols.
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Collaborative Networking: Build and maintain strong professional relationships with Buckinghamshire Council, local police, and mental health services to ensure a holistic support network.
Candidate Requirements
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Education: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
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Experience: Proven success as a Registered Manager or an experienced Deputy in an EBD children’s residential setting.
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Regulatory Expertise: A thorough understanding of the Social Care Common Inspection Framework (SCCIF) and a history of positive regulatory outcomes.
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Resilience: A passionate and grounded leader who can navigate the complexities of urban residential care with a calm and professional demeanor.
Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.
