Senior QA Leader - Remote, Children's Services

Polaris Community; Remote; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's services provider in the UK seeks a Senior Quality Assurance Lead to enhance the quality of residential services. You will oversee monitoring, engage stakeholders, and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a Level 5 qualification, strong leadership experience in children's services, and a deep understanding of safeguarding legislation. This home-based role offers a competitive salary, supportive culture, and comprehensive benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

30 days annual leave (increasing with service)

Company Pension Scheme

Life Insurance

Employee Discount Scheme

Free Parking

£500 Refer-a-Friend scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in strategic and operational leadership within UK children's services.
• Deep understanding of Ofsted inspection frameworks and compliance standards.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in report writing and data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Provide robust oversight of quality and performance across all residential settings.
• Lead and manage a Quality Assurance Lead and oversee external visitors.
• Act as a strategic influencer in shaping the quality agenda across the residential division.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Understanding of safeguarding legislation

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Engaging with stakeholders

Education

Level 5 professional qualification in a relevant field

Level 6 professional qualification in a relevant field (desirable)

Job description

A leading children's services provider in the UK seeks a Senior Quality Assurance Lead to enhance the quality of residential services. You will oversee monitoring, engage stakeholders, and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a Level 5 qualification, strong leadership experience in children's services, and a deep understanding of safeguarding legislation. This home-based role offers a competitive salary, supportive culture, and comprehensive benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.