Location: Ilford, London
Salary: Competitive
Contract: Part-time or Full-time, Permanent
Our client, a well-established children’s residential home in Ilford, is seeking an experienced Responsible Individual to provide strategic oversight and ensure the highest standards of care and compliance. This key role involves supporting the Registered Manager and ensuring the home meets Ofsted regulations, promoting the wellbeing and safety of children and young people.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic oversight to ensure the home operates in line with Ofsted standards and the Children’s Homes Regulations.
- Support and monitor the Registered Manager, ensuring effective management and high-quality care delivery.
- Conduct regular quality assurance visits, reviewing care plans, risk assessments, and safeguarding practices.
- Liaise with external stakeholders, including Ofsted, local authorities, and families, to promote the home’s objectives.
- Ensure robust safeguarding and child protection policies are implemented and maintained.
Requirements:
- Significant experience in children’s residential care, with a strong understanding of Ofsted regulations.
- Proven leadership and oversight experience, ideally as a Responsible Individual or in a senior management role.
- Relevant qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare or equivalent).
- Excellent communication and organisational skills, with a commitment to child-centred care.
- Ability to work flexibly, including availability for inspections and on-call responsibilities.
Why Join?:
- Competitive salary and a supportive working environment.
- Opportunity to shape the quality of care for young people.
- Access to ongoing training and professional development.