Job Description

Job Title:

Social Care Consultant - Children's Residential Services

Location:

Remote (with travel across North West)

Salary:

50,000 - 65,000 per year (including bonus)

Contract:

Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Lead with Purpose. Inspire Positive Change.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced

Responsible Individual

to provide leadership, oversight, and strategic direction across multiple children's residential homes in Greater London.

This pivotal role gives you the opportunity to ensure the highest standards of care, maintain robust safeguarding, and drive full regulatory compliance--all while inspiring Registered Managers and their teams to deliver outstanding outcomes for children and young people.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure full compliance with Ofsted requirements, Children's Homes Regulations 2015, and Quality Standards. Provide visible leadership, coaching, and professional support to Registered Managers. Oversee safeguarding policies, ensuring safe, accountable practice across all services. Lead homes confidently through Ofsted inspections, aiming for 'Good' or 'Outstanding' results. Manage budgets, staffing, and resources effectively to deliver operational excellence. Build and maintain strong partnerships with local authorities, social workers, and regulatory bodies. Drive staff training, development, and performance management. Promote a culture of quality, accountability, and child-centred practice.
About You

Minimum 3 years' senior leadership experience in children's residential care. NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent/working towards). Excellent knowledge of safeguarding legislation, regulatory frameworks, and Ofsted inspection standards. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Experience in compliance, budget management, and operational oversight. Valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region. Passionate about improving outcomes and making a lasting difference in children's lives.
Why Join Us?

A genuine opportunity to transform the lives of vulnerable children and young people. Work with a forward-thinking, supportive organisation committed to best practice. Unlimited paid holidays with full flexibility over your diary. Paid mileage and subsidised travel. Competitive salary package with performance-related bonus. Clear pathways for professional development and career progression. Supportive benefits package including: Casual dress code Company pension scheme On-site parking (where applicable) Employee referral programme

Take the Next Step

If you are a committed and experienced leader ready to deliver excellence in children's residential care, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and lead the way in creating brighter futures for children and young people.

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