Case Study: Children’s Home Responsible Individual

At Hamptons Resourcing, we specialise in connecting exceptional managerial talent with leading organisations in the social care sector. Our recent collaboration with a well-established and passionate children’s residential care provider in South Birmingham exemplifies our commitment to excellence in recruitment.

The brief

Client Background 

Our client sought to open a brand-new three-bed home catering to children with Emotional and Behavioral Difficulties (EBD). To ensure the home’s success and compliance with regulatory standards, they required a highly experienced Responsible Individual to join their senior management team.

The Role 

The appointed Responsible Individual was required to act on behalf of the organisation to ensure the home met all relevant legislative requirements. Key responsibilities included:

  • Providing effective leadership and management of the home
  • Ensuring high standards of care and service in line with legislation, regulations, and the provider’s policies
  • Overseeing placement management and collaborating with managers to develop coordinated plans for children and young people.

 

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate needed substantial experience in managing care planning within children’s homes, extensive knowledge of laws related to looked-after children, and proven business and management skills to supervise the service efficiently. Previous experience as a Responsible Individual or Registered Manager in a children’s residential setting with successful Ofsted outcomes was essential.

Hamptons’ Approach

Leveraging our extensive network and industry expertise, we initiated a targeted recruitment campaign to identify candidates who met the client’s stringent criteria. Our rigorous selection process ensured that only the most suited and qualified professionals were presented to the client.

Having received the vacancy information on 10th September out team worked fast and efficiently to help support the client, the new role was filled with Hamptons help by 1st October.

Outcome

We successfully placed a highly qualified Responsible Individual who not only met, but exceeded the client’s expectations. This individual brought a wealth of experience and a proven track record of achieving positive outcomes in children’s residential care settings. Since being in post the Childrens Home has continued to work closely with Hamptons, trusting us with their recruitment needs.

Ongoing Commitment

At Hamptons, we regularly recruit for various roles essential to the children’s residential care sector, including but not limited to:

  • Deputy Home Manager: Assisting in daily operations and ensuring quality care.
  • Children’s Home Manager: Leading the management of children’s homes and supervising staff.
  • Head of Care: Overseeing care strategies and ensuring best practices.
  • Operations Manager: Managing multiple homes, focusing on operational efficiency and quality assurance.
  • Team Leader: Supervising care staff and ensuring the delivery of individualized care plans.
  • Head of Fostering: Leading fostering services and overseeing the recruitment and support of foster carers.

 

Hamptons Resourcing remains dedicated to enhancing the quality of care within children’s residential services through strategic recruitment and placement of key personnel. Our successful collaboration with clients revolving the Private and Voluntary Children’s Sector, to appoint roles such as the Responsible Individual or Registered Manager demonstrates our commitment to excellence and our pivotal role in shaping the future of social care services.

To find out more how Hamptons can help make a difference  please get in touch with our expert team. You can submit an enquiry via our website, or apply for one of our live child sector roles.

Client testimonial

“Charlotte has always been prompt, organised and professional. Candidates forwarded have always been in accordance with our detailed requirements and of high calibre. Overall a very supportive and positive experience”.

Lead Consultant

Charlotte Horne
Principal Consultant
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