Part-Time Responsible Individual required!

Here at Hampton’s we are proud to be working in partnership with a well-established and health and social care provider in their search for a highly experienced Responsible Individual to join their senior management team and to be instrumental in the opening of their first children’s home based in Bexley, South East London.

The Role: Responsible Individual

• To be the Ofsted registered Responsible Individual for the children’s home and act on behalf of the organisation to ensure that the home meet relevant requirements set out in legislation
• To provide effective leadership and management of the home
• To ensure a high standard of consistent care and service in accordance with legislation, government guidance, regulations and standards, and the policies and procedures of the registered provider
• To oversee the management of placements within the home and to liaise with managers in formulating jointly agreed plans to ensure a coordinated approach to services for children and young people

About You:

• Substantial experience of managing care planning practice in children’s homes; identifying, assessing, planning, delivering, monitoring, and evaluating outcomes
• Extensive knowledge of law and practice relating to looked after children
• Have the business and management skills to supervise the management of the service efficiently and effectively
• Must have previous experience as a Responsible Individual or Registered Manager in a children’s residential setting with proven Ofsted outcomes

What’s on Offer:

• Day rate: Up to £500 (negotiable)
• Part time – 1-2 days per week
• Opportunity to start the company’s children’s residential care journey
• Supportive management team
• Pension

About:
Our client endeavours to provide a positive living experience for every child or young person in placement. The care will promote the wellbeing of the individual and give the child or young person special time to come to terms with the difficulties in their lives and move towards a more positive future. Their care is child centred and the staff demonstrate a solution-focused model of working, thus empowering the child to make decisions that will improve their life chances.

Recruitment Timeline:
Applications to be made as soon as possible

To apply, please complete the below form and include an up to date CV. Or for a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Charlotte on charlotte@hamptonsresourcing.com or 01926 354605

Hamptons is passionate about equality, and is committed to developing an inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant regardless of your individual needs. Any reasonable adjustments will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.