This is a pivotal leadership role where you will drive excellence, compliance, quality assurance, and continuous improvement across our supported accommodation services, including Ofsted registered provision.
You will play a leading role in ensuring our services meet and exceed:
* The Supported Accommodation (England) Regulations 2023
* The Supported Housing (Regulatory Oversight) Act 2023
* Local Authority commissioning requirements and quality standards
* Ofsted and Department for Education expectations
About the Role
As Head of Quality Standards & Registered Service Manager, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for supported accommodation quality standards across our organisation.
You will lead on:
* Quality assurance, compliance, and service improvement
* Oversight of Ofsted registered supported accommodation services
* Regulatory inspections, audits, and reporting
* Workforce development, coaching, and supervision of managers
* Safeguarding and support standards for looked after children and care leavers
* Partnership working with Local Authorities and commissioners
* Development of policies, frameworks, and service standards
* Business development, tendering, and strategic growth opportunities
You will also complete the Ofsted registration process as the Registered Service Manager and act as a key point of contact for Ofsted-regulated provision.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking an experienced leader with strong knowledge of supported accommodation, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance.
Essential Experience & Knowledge
* Significant management experience within supported accommodation, housing, youth work, social care, education, probation, or related services
* Strong knowledge of Ofsted supported accommodation regulations and quality standards
* Experience of leading quality assurance, inspections, audits, and service improvement
* Experience of managing and developing staff teams
* Strong understanding of safeguarding, Children Looked After (CLA) and care leaver responsibilities
* Knowledge of relevant legislation including:
* Equalities Act 2010
* Care Act 2014
* Children Act
* Supported Accommodation Regulations 2023
* Ability to build effective partnerships with Local Authorities and external stakeholders
Our client is proud of their values-driven culture and commitment to supporting young people. They are looking for a leader who can inspire, empower, and create environments where both staff and young people can thrive.
In return, our client offers:
* The opportunity to influence and shape high-quality services across the West Midlands
* A senior leadership role within a respected and innovative organisation
* Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
* A supportive and inclusive working environment
* The chance to make a real difference to the lives of young people
Safeguarding & Equality
Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will be expected to share this commitment.
They are also committed to equality, diversity, inclusion, and anti-discriminatory practice and welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities.
Apply Now
If you are an experienced leader with the passion, expertise, and commitment to deliver outstanding supported accommodation services for young people, we would love to hear from you on behalf of our client
Salary description
£45000.00 - £48500.00 per year