Job Title: Responsible Individual
Location: Eastbourne
Salary: Competitive dependant on experience
About The Role:
We are looking for an experienced and values driven Responsible Individual to provide operational leadership and governance across a defined group of our residential children's homes.
This role is critical in ensuring our homes operate safely, effectively and in full compliance with the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Ofsted Quality Standards. You will play a key role in driving outstanding care, strengthening leadership across homes and ensuring children and young people receive consistent, high quality and nurturing support.
Working closely with the Head of Care, you will act as the link between the Senior Leadership Team and Registered Managers, holding overall responsibility for performance, safeguarding, compliance and continuous improvement across your homes.
As a Responsible Individual, you will operate with a high level of autonomy, leading your homes as if they were your own business, while contributing to the wider strategic direction and growth of SuperCare.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Responsible Individual, you will:
Operational Oversight & Compliance
Provide leadership and oversight across assigned homes, ensuring they meet and exceed Ofsted standards
Support and challenge Registered Managers to maintain strong governance, safeguarding and compliance
Monitor Regulation 45 reports, audits and action plans to ensure continuous improvement
Prepare homes for Ofsted inspections and lead post inspection action planning
Provide accurate and timely reporting to the Head of Care and Executive Team
Report Satellite performance to the Board, including growth planning and budget forecasting
Safeguarding & Incident Management
Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead across your homes
Ensure safeguarding incidents are managed promptly, effectively and with appropriate escalation
Oversee investigations, regulatory notifications and ensure learning is embedded across teams
Leadership & Team Development
Supervise, coach and develop Registered Managers to lead with confidence and compassion
Drive high performance, accountability and reflective practice across teams
Identify and develop future leaders, supporting succession planning
Line manage Satellite Coordinators and maintain strong links with central functions
Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement
Carry out regular visits to homes, reviewing care delivery, environments and documentation
Analyse trends, audits and feedback to drive improvements in care and outcomes
Lead on implementing best practice, policy updates and organisational initiatives
Partnerships & Communication
Build and maintain strong relationships with local authorities, commissioners and Ofsted
Represent SuperCare professionally in external meetings and forums
Provide clear recommendations and updates to senior leadership
Operational Accountability (RACI)
Take ownership of Manager recruitment, supervision and performance management
Oversee grievances and complex people matters within your homes
Manage financial performance and resource allocation across your services
Audit homes regularly to ensure compliance and quality standards are met
About You:
We are looking for an experienced and confident leader within children's residential care, you should have:
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) training
Strong understanding of Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Ofsted Quality Standards
Proven experience as a Registered Manager or senior leader within residential childcare
Experience managing safeguarding, compliance and quality across services
Experience developing and supporting Registered Managers
A child focused and values led approach
Strong leadership and decision making capability
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
High levels of organisation and accountability
A commitment to delivering safe, nurturing and outstanding homes
Working Pattern:
Full time role with flexibility required:
Monday - Friday, 09:00am - 17:30pm
Regular travel across regions
What We Offer:
Competitive salary package
Performance related bonus schemes
Private healthcare
24/7 GP access
Gym membership contribution
Extensive training and CPD opportunities
Fully funded Level 3 and Level 5 Qualifications
Pension scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Wellbeing support
Clear progression pathways
Opportunity to lead and shape multiple homes within a growing organisation
Strong central services team, including HR, finance, recruitment, training and therapy
Apply Today:
If you are an experienced leader who is passionate about driving high quality care and making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people, we would love to hear from you.
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Please note, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK
Salary description
£65000.00 - £80000.00 per year