Job Description

Social Care Consultant - Residential Children's 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. Shape the Future of Residential Care.

We are seeking a highly skilled

Social Care Consultant

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

This senior role is perfect for professionals with deep expertise in residential childcare who are passionate about raising standards, embedding safeguarding, and supporting Registered Managers to deliver exceptional, child-centred care. Acting as a trusted advisor, you will influence best practice, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement across services.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure homes meet and exceed Ofsted regulations, Children's Homes Regulations 2015, and Quality Standards. Provide expert guidance, coaching, and mentoring to Registered Managers. Lead on safeguarding, embedding safe, transparent, and accountable practice across all services. Support homes through Ofsted inspections with the aim of achieving 'Good' or 'Outstanding'. Advise on operational effectiveness, including staffing, budgets, and resource allocation. Build strong relationships with local authorities, social workers, and regulatory bodies. Drive staff training, professional development, and performance improvement initiatives. Foster a culture of reflection, accountability, and continuous learning.
About You

At least 3 years' senior leadership or consultancy experience in children's residential care. NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent/working towards). In-depth knowledge of safeguarding legislation, Ofsted frameworks, and compliance requirements. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Proven success in influencing practice and improving outcomes for children. Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel across the South East. Passionate about ensuring children and young people receive the very best care.
Why Work With Us?

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people. Join a progressive, child-centred organisation committed to best practice. Unlimited paid holidays with full flexibility over your schedule. Paid mileage and subsidised travel. Competitive salary with performance-related bonus. Clear career progression and ongoing professional development.
Benefits Package

Casual dress code Company pension scheme On-site parking (where available) Employee referral programme
Apply Today

If you are a knowledgeable and passionate leader ready to influence practice and drive improvements in residential childcare, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and help create 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