Residential Care Manager

Connect 2 Flexicare; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Residential Care Manager to lead a passionate team in Aylesbury. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of young individuals with complex needs, fostering their independence and well-being. You'll be responsible for maintaining high care standards, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Join a supportive leadership team that values professional development and provides ongoing training opportunities. If you're passionate about making a difference in the care sector, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Ongoing career progression

Training opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Proven frontline care experience, preferably in residential care for young people.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, care planning, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example on the frontline, maintaining high standards of care.
• Supervise staff and ensure compliance with Ofsted and CQC standards.

Skills

Frontline Care Experience

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Team Development

Safeguarding Knowledge

Education

Level 3 or 5 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Leadership & Management Degree

Job description

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Residential Care Manager

For Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire

Job Description

Open to Skilled Worker Visa applicants

Full-Time | Permanent

Are you a passionate care professional with strong frontline experience and a commitment to developing others through training and mentorship?
We are seeking a Residential Care Manager to join our dynamic team in Aylesbury, supporting the Responsible Individual in leading safe, nurturing homes for children and young adults aged 16 to 18 with complex needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact while helping shape the future of young lives.

Your Role:

• Lead by example on the frontline, delivering and maintaining high standards of care.
• Supervise and support a dedicated staff team, ensuring compliance with Ofsted and CQC standards.
• Oversee and implement personalised care plans, promoting independence, growth, and well-being.
• Deliver and support ongoing staff training and development, ensuring team competency and confidence.
• Respond to and escalate safeguarding concerns following best practice protocols.
• Maintain audit readiness and regulatory compliance.
• Build positive working relationships with families, social workers, and other professionals.
• Provide cover for the domiciliary manager as needed.

About You:

• Level 3 or 5 Diploma (or equivalent degree) in Residential Childcare, Leadership & Management, or a related field (or willingness to work towards).
• Proven frontline care experience, preferably within residential care for young people.
• Experience in delivering training and coaching staff – a nursing background is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, care planning, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team development skills.

Why Join Us?

• A supportive and passionate leadership team.
• Ongoing career progression and training opportunities.
• An opportunity to lead in a service that truly values safe, effective, and compassionate care.
• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Sponsorship available for Skilled Worker Visa applicants.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: Dependent on experience & qualifications

Application Questions

• How many years of Hands on Care Management experience do you have?
• Do you have the following licence or certification: Driving License?
• In 1-2 sentences, please describe how your previous experience is relevant to this role? Why are you a good fit for this job?

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