Compliance Consultant (Adult Social Care) - Contractor

Delphi Care Solutions Ltd; North East; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Delphi Care Solutions Ltd is seeking a Compliance Consultant for adult social care projects nationwide, requiring extensive compliance knowledge and hands-on experience. As a contractor, you'll guide care providers through inspections and implement actionable improvements, enjoying the flexibility of choosing projects that match your expertise.

Benefits

Quick application review and response

Access to a Support Network

Flexible project work

Autonomy and variety of assignments

Qualifications

• At least 3 years in a compliance/quality role within social care sectors.
• Experience as a CQC inspector or similar.
• Deep knowledge of CQC regulations and frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed mock inspections using CQC methodologies.
• Lead crisis interventions for homes at risk of enforcement.
• Deliver evidence-based training to care teams.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in healthcare management, nursing, or a related field

Job description

Job Title: Compliance Consultant (Adult Social Care) - Contractor

Location: Nation-wide (Travel Required with Hybrid Projects)

Rate: Competitive Daily Rate + Expenses

Type: Contract (Project-Based, Monday-Friday)

Delphi Care Solutions Ltd is expanding its team and seeks experienced Care Operations & Compliance Specialists for compliance projects across the UK's adult care sector, including learning disabilities, mental health, complex care, supported living, dementia, elderly care, residential or nursing care, and local authorities. In this role, you will:

• Be an experienced Care Operations and Compliance Manager or a current/ex-CQC Regulatory Inspector, guiding care providers through inspections, registrations, and quality improvements.
• Implement actionable improvements to elevate care standards.
• Choose projects that match your expertise and availability.

Your responsibilities include:

• Conducting detailed mock inspections using authentic CQC methodologies and developing compliance roadmaps for underperforming services.
• Leading crisis interventions for homes at risk of enforcement.
• Simplifying CQC registration processes for new providers.
• Delivering evidence-based training to care teams.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare management, nursing, or a related field.
• At least 3 years in a compliance/quality role within social care sectors such as learning disabilities, mental health, etc.
• Experience as a CQC inspector or similar, delivering quality management and compliance.
• Deep knowledge of CQC regulations, frameworks, and updates.
• Experience with inspections, audits, and policy development.
• Strong report writing, stakeholder management, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Own vehicle with full UK driving license, DBS registration, and valid insurance policies.

Benefits:

• Quick application review and response.
• Competitive pay rates (excluding accommodation & mileage).
• Access to a Support Network with multidisciplinary support.
• Regular updates on project opportunities.
• Prompt invoice payments and full expense policy.
• Flexible project work balancing personal commitments.
• Autonomy, variety of assignments, tax benefits, and no long-term commitment.

If you are motivated, experienced in UK Adult Social Care compliance, and passionate about high-quality care, we encourage you to apply. This is a contract role, and the Delphi team will support you throughout each project. You should be capable of working independently and collaboratively, with excellent communication skills, and adapt quickly to changing environments. Analytical skills, decision-making ability, and stakeholder collaboration are essential.

For confidential discussions regarding your CV, cover letter, or project report, contact Morenike 'Mo' Da-Silva at [e-mail].