Job Description

About the Role

Caredom Healthcare is launching a new children's residential home and we're seeking an experienced and committed

Responsible Individual

to lead this important phase of development. This is a

temporary 6-month opportunity

for a highly capable leader who can ensure the home is built on strong foundations of

compliance, care quality, and therapeutic support

.

You'll bring both operational and strategic expertise to guide the home through registration, team building, and initial service delivery -- ensuring that all activities reflect our

child-centred and therapeutic ethos

. If you're passionate about making a difference in children's lives and have the regulatory knowledge to support a high-quality care environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Your Key Responsibilities

Act as

Responsible Individual

with Ofsted for up to two residential children's homes. Champion and embed Caredom Healthcare's

therapeutic care principles

in daily practice and policy. Oversee regulatory compliance, including up-to-date

Statements of Purpose

, audits, risk assessments, and care planning documents. Take a lead role in

safeguarding

-- including managing serious incidents, liaising with professionals (e.g. LADO, Ofsted), and initiating safeguarding investigations and actions. Provide oversight and support to homes, particularly in the

absence of Registered Managers

. Participate in and support

Ofsted inspections

and other statutory visits, ensuring that feedback is acted upon swiftly and thoroughly. Work collaboratively with key stakeholders, including

local authorities, healthcare professionals, police, education providers

, and internal teams. Review Regulation 44 and 45 reports, ensuring they meet standards prior to submission. Carry out

internal quality audits

, identify improvements, and develop clear action plans for Registered Managers. Lead the development and delivery of the

Residential Services Annual Plan

. Ensure all

company policies and procedures

are current, relevant, and aligned with statutory guidance. Deliver regular

supervision and development support

to Registered Managers. Support the recruitment,

onboarding, and mentoring of new managers

, including overseeing their induction and regulatory registration. Collaborate with HR on performance reviews, staffing challenges, and team wellbeing. Take on any other relevant duties to support the quality and development of Caredom Healthcare's residential services.

What We're Looking ForEssential Requirements

Must be

21+

(as per Ofsted regulations for residential care roles) Prior experience as a

Responsible Individual

, or in

registering a new children's home

Experience working in a

strategic or senior leadership

role within residential childcare Strong understanding of

therapeutic care

, SEND support, and EHCP processes NVQ Level 5 (or equivalent) in

Leadership and Management in Residential Childcare

In-depth knowledge of: Children's Homes Regulations 2015 Quality Standards Safeguarding legislation and frameworks Confidence working with

external professionals and regulatory bodies

Desirable

NVQ/Diploma Level 7 in Strategic Leadership and Management

Safeguarding & Compliance

Caredom Healthcare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to:

Enhanced

DBS check

Employment reference checks

Verification of

right to work in the UK

Social media screening as part of our

Safer Recruitment

process

Additional Information

Job Type:

Contract (6 months)

Pay:

Up to 450.00 per day

Location:

Hybrid (travel to Northampton required)

Application Questions

Do you hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare? Have you been graded 'Good' or 'Outstanding' by Ofsted as a Registered Manager or Responsible Individual? Are you able to travel to Northampton? Have you held a leadership role in a residential children's home for at least 2 years?
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 12.21-14.24 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress On-site parking
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kettering NN15 6QY