Job Description

Responsible Individual (Children's Services)

Location:

East London

Salary:

Up to 70,000pa

Contract:

Full-time, Permanent

Lead. Support. Achieve.

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established provider of children's residential services, supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) & Learning Difficulties (LD). The organisation provides safe, nurturing, and life-changing environments where children can feel secure, supported, and able to thrive.

We are looking for a passionate and values-driven

Responsible Individual (RI)

to join the senior leadership team. This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of services, mentoring and developing Registered Managers, and ensuring the homes consistently deliver

Good and Outstanding care

.

About the Role

As our Responsible Individual, you will:

Provide strategic oversight and visible leadership across multiple children's homes in

East London

. Ensure homes meet and exceed

Ofsted requirements

,

safeguarding legislation

, and

regulatory standards

. Support, mentor, and develop Registered Managers, driving consistent quality improvement. Act as the

Ofsted-named Responsible Individual

for the homes. Monitor operational performance, staffing structures, and compliance. Build strong relationships with local authorities, external professionals, and stakeholders. Report directly to senior directors, ensuring accountability and transparency across services.
About You

We're looking for someone with:

Passion for making a real difference to children and young people's lives. Substantial leadership experience in children's residential care. A deep knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Ofsted inspection framework. A URN with a track record of successful Ofsted inspections ('Good' or 'Outstanding'). Strong safeguarding expertise and the ability to manage complex situations with confidence. Inspirational leadership skills - you'll motivate, support, challenge, and develop others to be their very best. Commercial acumen and the ability to balance quality with financial sustainability.
Why Apply

Work with a

progressive, values-led provider

committed to child-centred care. Influence and shape services across multiple homes. Be part of a supportive senior leadership team that values reflection, wellbeing, and staff development. Clear scope for career progression and professional growth.

How to Apply

If you are an ambitious leader with experience in children's residential care and the drive to take on a regional leadership role, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV to take the next step in your career as a Responsible Individual.

Contact:

Harry Beech | 07751 624035 | HarryBeech@AwardEmployment.com

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Flexitime Work from home
Experience:

Ofsted registered: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Ofsted URN & latest review of either 'Good' or 'Outstanding' (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ilford IG3 8AA