Responsible Individual

You are going to represent the organisation to Ofsted and be their figurehead. You must be able to provide effective leadership and management of the service. It’s your role to ensure the home is able to provide consistent and high levels of care that’s in line with legislation, regulations and standards, government guidance, and organisational policies and procedures.

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What Makes a Good Responsible Individual?

Being approachable and supportive to the Registered Manager.
Helping to drive the culture and direction of the home.
Ensuring the home has the necessary staffing and resources.
Providing impactful and meaningful supervision to the Registered Manager.
Having a sound understanding of safeguarding processes.
Being an effective communicator and having solid leadership and management skills, including in financial management and procurement.
Having the ability to effectively audit practice and have the children at the forefront of decision making.

What Makes Me Eligible?

#1

2 Years+ experience of holding a Registered Manager or Responsible Individual position in a children’s home.

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To have achieved or be working towards a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential childcare

#3

Ideally, having a full UK driving licence

#4

Currently or previously worked in a children’s home that has achieved a ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted rating

How To Apply

If you are excited by the prospect of becoming a Responsible Individual for a new children’s home, take the first step by uploading your CV.

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