Responsible Individual - Children's Residential Home
| Posting date: | 18 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £350 to £800 per day |
| Additional salary information: | Salary is commensurate with experience, qualifications, and the achieved Ofsted rating exceeding the "Good" standard. We offer a competitive benefits package, which may include a company pension scheme, flexible working arrangements, complimentary parking, sick pay, and performance-based incentives. We welcome discussions regarding these benefits to ensure mutual satisfaction. |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 18 October 2025 |
| Location: | Guisborough, North Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | BLUE HUE CONSULTING LTD |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | BHCL0005 |
Summary
We are seeking an experienced and committed Responsible Individual (RI) to provide oversight for a children’s residential home located in Guisborough/Redcar. The successful candidate will demonstrate substantial experience in managing children’s services, fulfilling the RI role, ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations, and maintaining exemplary standards of care and safeguarding.
Key Responsibilities:
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations, including preparing for registration, inspections and addressing any requirements or recommendations.
• Serve as the Responsible Individual, providing leadership and guidance to staff, and ensuring that all practices meet regulatory and legal standards.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures that promote the welfare and development of children in care.
• Manage budgets, resources, and staff schedules to ensure efficient and effective operation of the home.
• Liaise with external agencies, parents, and stakeholders to ensure cohesive and collaborative care plans.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of care provided, implementing improvements where necessary.
• Provide training and support to staff, fostering a positive and professional work environment.
Requirements:
• Extensive experience in managing children's residential homes or similar settings.
• In-depth knowledge of Ofsted regulations and standards for children's services.
• Proven ability to act as a Responsible Individual with a strong understanding of legal and ethical responsibilities.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations effectively.
• Relevant qualifications in social care, management, or a related field.
Application Process:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV along with a cover letter outlining their experience, qualifications, recent Ofsted rating they have achieved, and their suitability for the role.
Key Responsibilities:
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations, including preparing for registration, inspections and addressing any requirements or recommendations.
• Serve as the Responsible Individual, providing leadership and guidance to staff, and ensuring that all practices meet regulatory and legal standards.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures that promote the welfare and development of children in care.
• Manage budgets, resources, and staff schedules to ensure efficient and effective operation of the home.
• Liaise with external agencies, parents, and stakeholders to ensure cohesive and collaborative care plans.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of care provided, implementing improvements where necessary.
• Provide training and support to staff, fostering a positive and professional work environment.
Requirements:
• Extensive experience in managing children's residential homes or similar settings.
• In-depth knowledge of Ofsted regulations and standards for children's services.
• Proven ability to act as a Responsible Individual with a strong understanding of legal and ethical responsibilities.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations effectively.
• Relevant qualifications in social care, management, or a related field.
Application Process:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV along with a cover letter outlining their experience, qualifications, recent Ofsted rating they have achieved, and their suitability for the role.