Location: High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire (Just off the M40, near the top of the M25) Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum £2,500 joining bonus for existing managers. Job Type: Full-time Checks Required: Enhanced DBS, including Rehabilitation of Offenders clearance ?? About the Role Are you an experienced leader looking for a truly rewarding environment? Were recruiting on behalf of our client for an Ofsted Registered Manager to take the reins at an Outstanding-rated residential children's home in High Wycombe. The home supports three children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and is staffed by a skilled and dedicated teamincluding three Deputy Managers and up to eight Residential Support Workers. With regular input from the Responsible Individual, consistent support from a Regulation 44 consultant, and an experienced senior leadership structure, youll be empowered to lead confidently, creatively, and with heart. This isn't just a serviceit's a genuine family-feel environment rooted in integrity, compassion, and excellence. ?? About the Home Purpose-built residential setting designed to meet the holistic needs of young people Currently holds an Outstanding rating from Ofsted, with a commitment to continuous excellence Located in a quiet and accessible area of High Wycombe, ideal for staff commuting from across Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, and North-West London Offers a warm, welcoming, and well-supported atmosphere with a long-standing and stable staff team ?? Key Responsibilities Lead and inspire a team to deliver outstanding care and support Oversee day-to-day operations, including rota management and staff supervision Ensure the home remains compliant with Ofsted standards and continues to aim for Outstanding outcomes Champion safeguarding, behaviour support, and trauma-informed practice Recruit, train, and retain exceptional care staff Collaborate with external agencies, families, and internal teams to ensure integrated care planning Prepare for inspections and drive quality improvement initiatives ?? Person Specification Registered Manager experience (or Deputy Manager ready to step up) NVQ Level 5 Leadership & Management in Residential Childcare (or working toward) Deep understanding of Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties and child development Strong organisational, leadership, and interpersonal skills Passion for creating safe, empowering, and nurturing environments for young people Knowledge of safeguarding, regulation, and compliance within children's residential services Able to lead with empathy, accountability, and a commitment to team wellbeing Rota Planning Weekly staff supervisions ?? Why This Role Stands Out £2,500 joining bonus Competitive salary with performance-related incentives High-level support from experienced leadership, RI, and compliance professionals Lovely independent setting with genuine emphasis on staff wellbeing and professional development Stable team, strong culture, and minimal staff turnover A chance to make a measurable impact in the lives of children through therapeutic, child-centred care Flexible manager rota for work life balance If you're ready to lead with passion, bring stability to a thriving team, and contribute to a service built on trust and excellence this is the opportunity for you. I welcome informal confidential conversations if you'd like to reach out and discuss rather than apply.