Full job description
About the Home
We are seeking an experienced Responsible Individual (RI) to join us ahead of opening, helping with the registration and shape the leadership team and recruit a Registered Manager who shares our vision.
Role Overview
The Responsible Individual will play a critical role in ensuring the home meets and exceeds Ofsted standards, overseeing compliance, safeguarding, and quality of care. You will mentor and guide the management team, support the pre-opening phase, and help embed a therapeutic, nurturing culture across the service.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Oversight
- Oversee compliance with Ofsted regulations and statutory requirements
- Ensure safeguarding practices and standards of care remain exceptional
- Assist in the overall management of the home to ensure smooth operation
Pre-Opening Support
- Registration process
- Support recruitment and selection of the Registered Manager
- Help shape the leadership structure and organisational culture
- Contribute to company growth strategy and future home development
Mentoring & Supervision
- Provide ongoing guidance and mentorship to the Registered Manager
- Conduct supervisions for senior staff, ensuring development and compliance
- Offer leadership, feedback, and professional support to the management team
Monitoring & Quality Assurance
- Conduct regular visits, audits, and compliance checks
- Monitor outcomes for young people, ensuring their welfare is central to decisions
- Hold weekly check-ins with directors and the Registered Manager to review progress and strategy
Essential Requirements
- Recent experience as a Children’s Home Responsible Individual or Registered Manager
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
- Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
- Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations, inspection frameworks, and compliance standards
- Excellent leadership, mentoring, and communication skills
- Passion for creating safe, nurturing environments for children and young people
What We Offer
- Competitive salary with flexibility for part-time working
- Opportunity to help build a new children’s home from the ground up
- A key strategic role in a growing organisation with future expansion plans
- Supportive, values-driven working environment focused on high-quality care
If you are an experienced children’s residential leader who wants to play a pivotal role in shaping a new service and improving young lives, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to be part of something meaningful from the very beginning.
Pay: From £500.00 per day
Work Location: In person
