Head of - Sunflower House

Position: Head of Home - Sunflower House
Overview We are looking for a passionate and experienced Registered Manager to lead our Family Assessment Centre based in Aylesbury. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of families by providing a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where parents and children can thrive. As Registered Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality assessments, care, and support, empowering parents to develop their parenting skills, build confidence, and create positive outcomes for themselves and their  addition to the advertised salary, you'll receive a Golden Hello payment of 2,125 after one year's service.

If you're looking to relocate to Buckinghamshire for this role, we also offer relocation packages of up to 8,000.About the role

As the Registered Manager, you’ll be responsible for the overall leadership and management of the home, ensuring compliance with Residential Family Centre Regulations, Ofsted requirements, and our Statement of Purpose. You’ll lead a dedicated team, driving high standards of care and safeguarding, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Take a look at our Children's Residential Candidate Pack to learn more about working in Residential at Buckinghamshire Council.

Key responsibilities include:

Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the Residential Family Centre.

Ensure the service operates in accordance with relevant legislation, regulations, and quality standards.

Manage, develop, and support a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality assessments and interventions.

Oversee safeguarding practices and promote the welfare and protection of children.

Monitor assessment quality, outcomes, and reporting standards.

Manage budgets, resources, and occupancy levels effectively, ensuring that all new referrals can be safely matched within the home.

Build positive relationships with local authorities, commissioners, and partner agencies.

Drive continuous improvement and maintain excellent inspection outcomes.

This pivotal role requires not only strong leadership but also a deep passion for making a positive difference in the lives of children, young people and their families.

Follow the link below to hear from one of our current Heads of Home.

From New Starter to Leading a Home:
Dan’s Journey in Children’s Residential Care About youWe’re looking for a passionate and experienced leader who shares our commitment to improving the lives of children and young people. You’ll bring:

Level 5 Children’s Residential Management qualification and at least two years of residential management experience.

Strong knowledge of current legislation, regulations, and best practice in children’s residential care and Residential Family Centres.

Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

A ‘can-do’ attitude, resilience, and the ability to inspire and motivate others.

Flexibility to work unsocial hours when required and the ability to travel across the county.

Access to a vehicle and a full driving licence are essential.

Ready to make a real difference? Join us in creating a home where children can feel safe, valued, and supported to achieve their full potential. Apply today and be part of something truly special.

We understand that candidates may use AI tools to assist with their applications. While we welcome innovation, we expect all submissions to reflect your own experience, skills, and achievements accurately. Please ensure your application is truthful and demonstrates your personal capabilities, as this will be assessed during the selection process.

Other information

If you would like to find out more about this role, please contact of either Laura Armstrong s or Krishane Madhavan havan.uk Closing date:
Sunday 27th…