Are you an experienced Responsible Individual or senior Children’s Residential leader, passionate about delivering only the highest standards of care?
We are proud to be partnering with a well-established, values-driven children’s residential provider currently operating three homes across London. With an “Only Outstanding” culture and ambitious expansion plans, this is a fantastic opportunity for a strong leader to influence multiple services and support Registered Managers to excel.

The organisation currently operates homes in East and South London, with further homes due to open next year. You will play a key role in ensuring excellence across existing services and in driving quality as the organisation grows.

Role Overview:

• Provide inspiring, values-led leadership across multiple children’s homes
  Act as the Ofsted Registered Responsible Individual for designated services
  Ensure compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations, National Minimum Standards, and inspection frameworks

• Lead and support Registered Managers through supervision, development, and quality assurance
• Oversee placement decisions, admissions, care planning, and partnerships with Local Authorities
• Ensure homes are fully prepared for Ofsted inspections, targeting Good and Outstanding outcomes
• Monitor performance and quality, ensuring each home meets its Statement of Purpose
• Support safer recruitment, induction, management, and development of staff
• Oversee budgets, staffing allocations, rotas, and operational performance
• Ensure strong safeguarding, health & safety, and best practice across all homes
• Represent the organisation at RI forums, external meetings, and partnership events
• Contribute to the strategic development of new residential services

Requirements:

• Significant leadership experience within children’s residential services
• Experience as a Responsible Individual or Registered Manager overseeing multiple services
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and inspection processes
• Proven track record of achieving Good or Outstanding outcomes
• Ability to lead and inspire teams across several locations
• Excellent safeguarding knowledge and commitment to child-centred practice
• Strong communication, partnership, and decision-making skills

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Bonus scheme
• Private Health Scheme (for you and your family)
• Smart casual dress
• Free meals on site
• Flexible working schedule and holidays
• Supportive leadership team
• Clear progression as the organisation grows

Recruitment Timeline:
Applications are encouraged promptly, with an up-to-date CV. The successful candidate will receive an offer subject to references and an enhanced DBS check.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Courtney on 01926 356 547 or email courtney@hamptonsresourcing.com