Quality Director - Children’s Residential Services

WILDERNESS WAY; Penrith; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated children's care organization is seeking a passionate Quality Director in Penrith. This pivotal role involves leading strategy, ensuring compliance, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement across children's homes. Applicants should have a proven track record in quality leadership, deep knowledge of relevant regulations, and the ability to inspire at all levels. The position is hybrid, requiring travel to the Head Office weekly. Join us to shape a better future for children.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in quality leadership within children’s residential care.
• Deep knowledge of Ofsted, Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, and safeguarding frameworks.
• Confidence to influence, challenge and inspire at all levels.
• Strategic mind, hands-on attitude, and a commitment to doing what’s right for children.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy and strengthen compliance across the portfolio of children’s homes.
• Ensure homes deliver exceptional care and exceed regulatory standards.
• Work closely with CEO and operational leaders to champion innovation.

Skills

Quality leadership in children's residential care

Knowledge of Ofsted and safeguarding frameworks

Influencing and inspiring at all levels

Strategic thinking and a hands-on attitude

Job description

Quality care starts with one child — and one leader who makes it happen.

Lead with purpose. Drive excellence. Transform lives.

Are you a passionate leader in children’s social care with a relentless focus on quality? Do you want to shape the future of residential services that change lives every day?

We're looking for an outstanding Quality Director to spearhead excellence across our portfolio of children’s homes. This is a unique opportunity to step into a pivotal, high-impact role where you'll lead strategy, strengthen compliance, and embed a culture of continuous improvement and safeguarding.

From audit oversight to coaching leadership teams, you’ll ensure our homes deliver exceptional care and consistently exceed regulatory standards. You’ll work closely with our CEO and operational leaders, championing innovation and best practice across a growing, values-led organisation.

This is a hybrid role with the expectation to travel to our Head Office in Penrith at least once a week.

What you’ll bring:

• Proven track record in quality leadership within children’s residential care
• Deep knowledge of Ofsted, Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, and safeguarding frameworks
• Confidence to influence, challenge and inspire at all levels
• Strategic mind, hands-on attitude, and a commitment to doing what’s right for children
  
  

If you're ready to take your career to the next level—and play a key part in helping children thrive—we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and help shape a safer, stronger future for children across our services.

All roles at AWW are subject to Safer Recruitment checks, including references, enhanced DBS, and online/social media screening. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.