Responsible Individual - Children's Residential Home (SOLIHULL)

BLUE HUE CONSULTING LTD; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

BLUE HUE CONSULTING LTD is seeking an experienced Responsible Individual to oversee a children’s residential home in Solihull. The RI will ensure Ofsted compliance, provide leadership to staff, and safeguard vulnerable children while maintaining high standards of care.

The role requires extensive experience in children's services, deep knowledge of regulations, and the ability to manage budgets and collaborate with external agencies.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing children’s residential homes or similar settings.
• In-depth knowledge of Ofsted regulations and standards for children’s services.
• Proven ability to act as a Responsible Individual with strong legal and ethical understanding.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations, including registrations and inspections.
• Serve as RI, providing leadership to staff and upholding standards.
• Develop and implement welfare-focused policies and procedures.
• Manage budgets, resources and staff schedules.
• Liaise with external agencies, parents and stakeholders on care plans.
• Monitor care quality and implement improvements.
• Provide training and support to staff to maintain professional environment.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Staff management

Communication

Organisation

Education

Social care management qualification

Job description

Responsible Individual - Children's Residential Home (SOLIHULL)

We are seeking an experienced and committed Responsible Individual (RI) to provide oversight for a children’s residential home located in SOLIHULL. The successful candidate will demonstrate substantial experience in managing children’s services, fulfilling the RI role, ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations, and maintaining exemplary standards of care and safeguarding.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations, including preparing for registration, inspections and addressing any requirements or recommendations.
• Serve as the Responsible Individual, providing leadership and guidance to staff, and ensuring that all practices meet regulatory and legal standards.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures that promote the welfare and development of children in care.
• Manage budgets, resources, and staff schedules to ensure efficient and effective operation of the home.
• Liaise with external agencies, parents, and stakeholders to ensure cohesive and collaborative care plans.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of care provided, implementing improvements where necessary.
• Provide training and support to staff, fostering a positive and professional work environment.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in managing children's residential homes or similar settings.
• In-depth knowledge of Ofsted regulations and standards for children's services.
• Proven ability to act as a Responsible Individual with a strong understanding of legal and ethical responsibilities.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations effectively.
• Relevant qualifications in social care, management, or a related field.

Location: SOLIHULL

• Substantial experience managing children’s residential homes, including experience as a Responsible Individual.
• In-depth knowledge of Ofsted requirements, the Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards, and safeguarding procedures.
• A proven record of maintaining high standards of care and driving service improvements.
• Experience supporting and overseeing Registered Managers, preparing for inspections and addressing inspection findings.
• Strong leadership, communication, organisational and partnership-working skills.
• Ability to oversee staffing, budgets and resources, exercise sound judgement and manage challenging situations.
• Relevant qualifications in social care, leadership, management or a related field.