Residential Care Leadership Position in Buckinghamshire
4 days ago
Buckinghamshire Council is a pioneering organization that combines the strengths of the previous five councils to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. As a place of outstanding natural beauty and one of the top rural areas to live in the UK, we are well connected – only an hour from London on the train.
About the Role
As Head of Home, you will hold a critical position with a broad range of responsibilities aimed at ensuring that residential care is fully aligned with our commitment to equality and positive outcomes for all children and young people. Your key duties include:
• Supervising managerial and senior residential social work staff, fostering a culture of professional practice and excellence in performance.
• Collaborating closely with the Head of Service to develop and promote the service, driving continuous improvements in performance and care quality.
• Providing management cover for Team Managers when needed, ensuring seamless service delivery.
• Representing the service at external events and contributing to internal working groups, panels, or projects as required.
• Managing financial resources responsibly, ensuring sound business planning and effective financial oversight to support long-term sustainability.
This pivotal role requires not only strong leadership but also a deep passion for making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people. We offer a competitive salary of ££60,000-££70,000 per annum, depending on experience, along with a range of benefits including health and wellbeing initiatives, opportunities for career development, and a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group.
About You
We are seeking a candidate who is not only qualified to Level 5 in Children's Residential Management but also deeply passionate about promoting equality and achieving positive outcomes for all children and young people. With a minimum of four years' post-qualification experience leading and managing dedicated teams, you will have the expertise to ensure our residential care fully aligns with our commitment to equality. Your leadership will drive positive outcomes for all children and young people in our care.
Required Skills and Qualifications
• Level 5 qualification in Children's Residential Management
• Minimum four years' experience leading and managing dedicated teams
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to foster a culture of professional practice and excellence in performance
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to represent the service at external events
• Financial management skills, with the ability to manage resources responsibly and ensure sound business planning
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits, including:
• Competitive salary of ££60,000-££70,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders, and mindfulness workshops
• Opportunities for career development and progression within the organization
• Unified voice through our Employee Representative Group
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