Job Description

Responsible Individual - Children's Residential Services

Location:

Remote (with travel between Staffordshire and Manchester)

Salary:

50,000 - 65,000 per annum (inclusive of performance bonus)

Contract:

Full-time, Permanent

Make a Real Difference. Lead with Purpose.

Are you an experienced, values-driven leader with a strong commitment to improving the lives of vulnerable children? We are looking for a skilled

Responsible Individual

to oversee and support a group of children's residential homes between

Staffordshire and Manchester

.

This is a pivotal leadership role within a forward-thinking organisation focused on delivering exceptional standards of care and creating safe, nurturing environments where young people can thrive.

About the Role

In this role, you'll provide strategic direction and ensure that each home operates in full compliance with regulatory standards. Working closely with

Registered Managers

, your focus will be on safeguarding, governance, and driving service improvement across all locations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Provide leadership and accountability for the quality and performance of multiple children's homes Ensure services meet all requirements under the

Children's Homes Regulations 2015

and

Ofsted frameworks

Support and mentor

Registered Managers

to deliver high-quality, child-centred care Lead the implementation of

safeguarding policies and procedures

to ensure the safety of all children Prepare for and manage

Ofsted inspections

, striving for "Good" or "Outstanding" ratings Promote a culture of

continuous improvement

, staff development, and evidence-based practice Oversee

staffing

,

budgets

, and resource planning across homes Build positive working relationships with

local authorities

,

social care professionals

, and regulators Lead on staff training, coaching, and

performance management

About You

We're looking for someone who is proactive, emotionally intelligent, and committed to achieving the best outcomes for children.

Essential Criteria:

Minimum of

3 years' senior leadership experience

in children's residential care

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare

(or willingness to achieve it) Strong knowledge of

safeguarding

,

regulatory compliance

, and

Ofsted standards

Proven leadership and people management skills Clear commitment to placing the needs of children and young people at the heart of care

Full UK driving licence

(essential) and flexibility to travel regularly between sites

Why Join Us?

A rewarding opportunity to help shape lives and improve care outcomes A supportive, child-focused, and inclusive team culture

Unlimited paid annual leave

Flexible working hours

and the autonomy to manage your own schedule

Paid mileage

for all work-related travel

Subsidised travel and parking

where applicable

Casual dress policy

Company pension scheme

Referral bonuses

Access to

ongoing training

,

professional development

, and clear career progression pathways

How to Apply

If you're ready to make a real difference and step into a role that offers both responsibility and reward, we'd love to hear from you.

Click "Apply Now"

to submit your CV and start your next chapter in leadership with a purpose-driven organisation.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 50,000.00-65,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Commission pay Yearly bonus
Benefits:

Company events Free or subsidised travel Unlimited paid holidays Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

Managing a Residential Children's home: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Drivers Licence (required) NVQ 5 Leadership and Management (required)
Work Location: Remote

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