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Responsible Individual (Children’s Services)

Job Posted: an hour ago

Salary: £ 75,000 - 80,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Nuneaton, Warwickshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Wwe don’t just provide residential care for children and young people, we create safe, nurturing, and life-changing environments where they can heal, grow, and thrive.

Due to an internal promotion, we are looking for a passionate, values-driven Responsible Individual (RI) to join our Senior Leadership Team – This role will only oversee 4 homes – No travel between homes as all homes are located on same 3.5 acre Site – within a therapeutic community.

As our Responsible Individual, you will:

· Provide strong leadership across our homes, ensuring every child receives the highest standards of care and support.

· Be accountable for quality, safeguarding, and compliance in line with the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, Quality Standards, and the updated Ofsted SCIFF (2023/24).

· Inspire, coach, lead and support Registered Managers to deliver services that consistently achieve ‘Good’ and ‘Outstanding’ outcomes.

· Champion the voice of children and young people, ensuring their rights and experiences are at the heart of everything we do.

This role is both strategic and hands-on: you’ll be visible in our homes on a day to day basis, known by our teams and children, as well as recognised by inspectors as a leader who knows their homes and children inside out.

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 (4 years minimum).

· A deep knowledge of the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and Ofsted inspection framework.

· 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 Us?

  * A growing, values-led organisation committed to therapeutic and child-centred care.

  * A chance to be part of an innovative team shaping the future of residential childcare.

  * A culture of reflection, wellbeing, and support – we care for our people as much as the children we support.

  * Career progression and ongoing pro

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