Job Title: Responsible Individual (RI) – Children’s Residential Care Home Location: Birmingham Responsible for: 2 homesSalary: Up to £450 per day Working Hours: 1 day per week (approx. 8 hours)Are you an experienced children’s residential care professional looking to make a meaningful impact with a flexible role? We are seeking a dedicated Responsible Individual (RI) to provide leadership, governance, and oversight for our children’s home, ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance.About the Role:Provide strategic leadership and oversight of the children’s home.Ensure full compliance with The Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Ofsted Quality Standards.Support, supervise, and challenge the Registered Manager to drive continuous improvement.Oversee safeguarding arrangements and ensure the welfare of children and young people remains central to all decisions.Conduct governance audits and quality assurance checks, reporting regularly to the provider.About You:Experienced in a senior leadership role within children’s residential care.In-depth knowledge of safeguarding, compliance, and care standards.Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to challenge and support operational leadership.Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent qualification).Previous Responsible Individual experience or similar senior oversight role preferred.Passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people.What We Offer:Flexible working – 1 day per week, day to be agreed.Pay up to £450 per day (self-employed or PAYE options available).Opportunity to make a real difference in a small, values-led organisation.Supportive provider committed to achieving outstanding outcomes for children.If you are driven by a commitment to safeguarding, quality care, and positive outcomes for children, we would love to hear from you.
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