Responsible Individual opportunity for a childcare focussed individual in Ashford…
We are currently looking for an experienced Children’s Residential professional join my well-established clients team as a Responsible Individual, on a part time basis – 20 hours a week. This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic, business minded and childcare centred individual to be a significant part of the senior management team responsible for the smooth running of the homes.

The Role:

• Ensure all legal and regulatory responsibilities for operating the home are fully met.
• Provide effective oversight, supervision, and professional challenge to the registered manager.
• Promote a child-centered, outcome-focused culture across the home
• Collaborating closely with the Registered Managers and providing direct reports to the Directors.
• Ensure that the Registered Manager is appropriately supported, supervised and developed in their role.
• Promote a positive organizational culture based on safeguarding trauma informed and therapeutic care principles
• Support the recruitment, training and development of the staff team, ensuring high quality care and compliance with safer recruitment standards.
• Encouraging and supporting the professional development of staff by completing and identifying training and staff development needs to ensure objectives are met.
• Ensure development plans are in place where appropriate.

About you:
 

• Management qualification (e.g., Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare).
• Proven track record in senior leadership within children’s residential care.
• In-depth knowledge of Ofsted regulations, Children’s Home Regulations 2023, and Quality Standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in managing children’s home settings.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and hold others accountable.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion.
   

Recruitment Timeline:
We are keen to appoint the right candidate and encourage prompt applications. The recruitment process includes initial screenings, followed by interviews with shortlisted candidates. The successful applicant will receive an offer subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

To apply, please submit your CV and application form. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Courtney on 01926 356 547 or email courtney@hamptonsresourcing.com.
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