Chalfont St Peter, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom
£58500 - £73500
Permanent
Registered Manager | Children’s Residential (EBD) | Chalfont St Peter
Primary Location: Chalfont St Peter, Buckinghamshire
Jobs Also Available In: Gerrards Cross, Chalfont St Giles, Amersham, Little Chalfont, Denham, Maple Cross, Chorleywood
Salary: £58,500 – £73,500 per annum (DOE) + Performance Bonus & Private Pension Scheme
The Opportunity: Leading Community-Based Care in Chalfont St Peter
A unique opportunity has arisen for a quality-focused Registered Manager to lead a specialist EBD (Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties) service in the historic and well-connected village of Chalfont St Peter. This role is ideal for a leader who values the autonomy of managing a boutique-style home within a community that offers both a peaceful environment and excellent local resources.
As the Registered Manager, you will be responsible for fostering a therapeutic "sanctuary" for young people. You will lead a dedicated staff team with the objective of delivering high-impact, trauma-informed care while navigating the home toward an 'Outstanding' Ofsted status in this sought-after South Bucks location.
Why This Role in Chalfont St Peter?
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Village Integration: Manage a service in a large, active village that provides a perfect balance of safety and social inclusion opportunities for residents.
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Refined 2026 Package: A salary range of £58.5k – £73.5k, featuring a refined benefits package including a private pension scheme and bonuses tied to regulatory success.
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Service Autonomy: Influence the daily life and long-term strategy of the home, with a focus on building a stable, agency-free staff team.
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Prime Location: Strategically located on the border of Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire, offering an easy commute for leaders based in Amersham, Uxbridge, or High Wycombe.
Key Responsibilities
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Regulatory Ownership: Act as the Registered Manager with Ofsted, ensuring the home strictly adheres to the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and current Quality Standards.
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Staff Leadership: Recruit, supervise, and inspire a multidisciplinary care team, promoting a culture of professional resilience and empathy.
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Therapeutic Stewardship: Oversee the implementation of specialist, individualized care plans, ensuring the emotional and behavioral needs of every young person are met.
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Collaborative Liaison: Build and maintain professional relationships with Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire local authorities, ensuring cohesive support networks for the residents.
Candidate Requirements
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Education: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (completed or nearing completion).
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Experience: Proven track record in a management or senior supervisory role within 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 achieving positive Ofsted outcomes.
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Commitment: A passionate leader who is dedicated to improving the life chances of vulnerable young people through high-quality residential care.
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