Responsible Individual - Registered Children's Homes - London

Flow Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider in the care industry is seeking a Responsible Individual to oversee residential children's homes in London. The role focuses on compliance with Ofsted regulations and enhancing service quality. Ideal candidates will hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management and possess a solid background in residential care, ensuring the highest standards are upheld.

Qualifications

• Strong background in managing residential children’s homes.
• Good knowledge of Ofsted requirements.
• Driving Licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert management to drive performance and meet service targets.
• Register with Ofsted and directly manage the Registered Managers.
• Lead on internal quality assurance to ensure excellent care.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Quality Assurance

Compliance

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management

Job description

Our client is a market leader within the care industry, working with 43 local authorities and county councils, and providing direct services to HM Government Home Office. They have become the provider of choice for many local authorities across the UK and continue to set unprecedented care standards within the industry.

The organisation specialises in providing best-in-class residential care for children and young people with complex needs. They aim to create a safe, homely, and nurturing environment that fosters positive relationships, enabling children and young people in their care to make progress in all areas of development.

They are currently recruiting a responsible individual to join their team based in London.

JOB PURPOSE

Provide expertise and strong management to drive performance, and to commission and/or deliver the company's priorities and meet service targets.

Register with Ofsted as the Responsible Individual for the Registered Children’s Homes and directly manage the Registered Managers to ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations.

Be accountable for and lead on internal quality assurance across the Children’s Homes to ensure delivery of excellent care, improved outcomes, life chances, and safeguarding for children and young people.

Oversee Ofsted inspections in the Children’s Homes and develop the services accordingly.

Ensure understanding and operation of any specific statutory or regulatory requirements as part of the Ofsted registration.

Person Specification

- Must hold Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management.

- Must have a strong background in managing residential children’s homes, with a good knowledge of Ofsted requirements.

- Driving Licence is required.