Responsible Individual

Responsible Individual for New Children’s Homes

Location: Shipley, West YorkshireSalary: £400-£500 per dayJob Type: Part-time, Flexible

About Us: We are a dynamic and growing organisation dedicated to providing exceptional care for children and young people. We are excited to announce the opening of our new 2 bed children’s homes in Shipley, West Yorkshire, and are seeking a skilled and passionate Responsible Individual to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping our services and ensuring the highest standards of care.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Act as the Ofsted registered Responsible Individual for our designated Homes, ensuring compliance with legislation.
• Provide leadership, management, and direction to maintain high standards of care as outlined in The Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015.
• Oversee legal responsibilities associated with the opening, registration, and operation of the Homes.
• Supervise and support Registered Managers (RMs), holding them accountable for their responsibilities.
• Ensure care standards are compliant with the homes’ Statement of Purpose and Function and Children’s Guide.
• Regularly visit the homes to establish relationships and knowledge of each child’s care and educational plans.
• Keep the homes compliant with all relevant legislation and regulations, staying updated with changes.
• Monitor practice within the homes through supervision of RMs, scrutiny of regulatory reports, and Ofsted inspections.
• Implement, monitor, and evaluate continuous improvement and development plans for each home.
• Attend children’s and staff meetings periodically.
• Maintain personal CPD and assess the effectiveness of staff training.
• Ensure staff are trained, skilled, and up-to-date with legislation and practice.
• Develop care, accommodation, and support provision through partnerships and agency collaboration.
• Manage resources effectively in the context of placement matching and stability.
• Prepare homes for regular Ofsted inspections.
• Oversee administration systems, ensuring accuracy and timely data provision by RMs.
• Assist in staff appointments and oversee induction, discipline, capability, and grievance procedures.

About You:

• Minimum Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare.
• Recent experience as a Children’s Home Responsible Individual or extensive experience as a Children’s Home Registered Manager.
• At least two years’ experience supervising and managing senior staff in a care role.
• Proven success in achieving Ofsted registration outcomes.
• Strong understanding of the Social Care Common Inspection Framework (SCCIF) for children’s homes.
• Extensive knowledge of law, regulations, and practice relating to looked-after children.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to lead and inspire.

Benefits:

• Competitive daily rate of £400-£500.
• Flexible working schedule.
• On-site parking.
• Opportunity to be instrumental in the startup and success of new children’s homes.
• Chance to grow with the organisation and be a key team member.

How to Apply: If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role or contact Mona at Reed Specialist Recruitment.