Job Description

Responsible Individual - Ofsted Children's Residential Services

Location:

Remote, with regular travel across the South (including Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, and surrounding areas)

Salary:

50,000 - 65,000 per annum (including performance bonus)

Contract:

Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Lead with Purpose. Create Lasting Change.

Do you have the vision, resilience, and compassion to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people? We're seeking an exceptional

Social Care Consultant

to provide strategic leadership and regulatory oversight across multiple children's residential homes in the South East.

This is a pivotal, high-impact role where you'll influence practice at a strategic level, uphold the highest standards of care, and empower teams to deliver exceptional outcomes for children and young people.

Key Responsibilities

Provide strong leadership, guidance, and oversight across several residential children's homes. Ensure full compliance with Ofsted regulations and the Children's Homes Regulations 2015. Support and mentor Registered Managers to deliver consistently high-quality, child-centred care. Champion safeguarding and embed safe, transparent, and accountable practices throughout services. Prepare for and lead Ofsted inspections with the ambition of achieving 'Good' and 'Outstanding' ratings. Foster a culture of accountability, learning, and continuous improvement. Oversee budgets, staffing, and resource allocation to ensure efficiency and sustainability. Build and maintain strong partnerships with local authorities, social workers, and regulatory bodies. Drive workforce development, training, and performance management initiatives.
About You

We're looking for a passionate, experienced leader who can influence practice and raise standards across children's services. You'll bring:

At least 3 years' senior leadership experience in children's residential care (essential). NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to achieve). In-depth understanding of Ofsted frameworks, safeguarding, and Quality Standards. Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills. A genuine commitment to putting children first in everything you do. Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel across the South East.
Why Join Us?

Make a meaningful, lasting difference in children's lives. Join a progressive, child-centred organisation with a forward-thinking ethos. Unlimited paid holidays with full flexibility over your working schedule. Paid mileage and subsidised travel. Casual dress code and free on-site parking (where available). Company pension scheme and employee referral programme. Ongoing training, professional growth, and clear career development pathways.
Apply Today

If you're an experienced leader ready to influence, inspire, and drive positive change in children's residential care, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and take the next step in your leadership journey.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 50,000.00-65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

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

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