RESPONSIBLE INDIVIDUAL (RI) – CHILDREN'S HOME

1. Job Title and Reporting Structure

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Job Title: Responsible Individual (RI) – Children's Home
About the home
A 3-bedroom children's home in Kirkby for young people aged 10 to 17 with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) and learning disabilities (LD). The property, Statement of Purpose, policies and procedures are in place. Our provider registration is being managed by the Directors with the support of an experienced registration consultant.
About the role
We're looking for an experienced, child-focused Responsible Individual to provide senior oversight of our children's home. You'll be appointed as an officer of G & H Care Limited, as the Regulations require. You'll supervise how the home is managed, support and challenge the Registered Manager, and make sure young people receive safe, high-quality care. You'll also take part in the Ofsted registration process, including your own fit person interview, with the support of the Directors and our consultant.

We'd love to hear from you if you are:
a Responsible Individual or Registered Manager with current or previous Ofsted registration, or
a senior leader in residential childcare (for example, a Regional or Operations Manager) ready to take on the RI role.
What you'll be doing
Supervising the management of the home and making sure it meets the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and the Quality Standards.
Supporting, supervising and holding the Registered Manager to account, including regular supervision and performance reviews.
Overseeing safeguarding, incidents, complaints and notifications to Ofsted and other agencies.
Making sure the home has an independent person carrying out monthly Regulation 44 visits, and acting on their findings.
Reviewing the Registered Manager's Regulation 45 reports on the quality of care, and making sure improvements happen.
Making sure the home is properly staffed, resourced and financially sustainable.
Taking part in your fit person interview, preparing for inspection, and acting as a main contact for Ofsted.
Promoting a culture of openness, learning and continuous improvement.

## 4. Person Specification
We'd love to hear from you if you are:
a Responsible Individual or Registered Manager with current or previous Ofsted registration, or
a senior leader in residential childcare (for example, a Regional or Operations Manager) ready to take on the RI role.
What you'll be doing
Supervising the management of the home and making sure it meets the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and the Quality Standards.
Supporting, supervising and holding the Registered Manager to account, including regular supervision and performance reviews.
Overseeing safeguarding, incidents, complaints and notifications to Ofsted and other agencies.
Making sure the home has an independent person carrying out monthly Regulation 44 visits, and acting on their findings.
Reviewing the Registered Manager's Regulation 45 reports on the quality of care, and making sure improvements happen.
Making sure the home is properly staffed, resourced and financially sustainable.
Taking part in your fit person interview, preparing for inspection, and acting as a main contact for Ofsted.
Promoting a culture of openness, learning and continuous improvement.

What you'll need Significant experience in children's residential care, including senior management experience.
Experience of supporting young people with EBD and/or learning disabilities.
The Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England), or an equivalent or higher qualification.
Strong knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations 2015, the Quality Standards, safeguarding and Ofsted's inspection framework.
A clear history with Ofsted that you can share openly, including the URN for any home you've been responsible for.
An enhanced DBS check with a barred list check, or willingness to get one.
A full UK driving licence.

What we offer
£55-65k, depending on experience.
A senior role with real influence over a new, small, nurturing home.
Support from the Directors and a registration consultant.
Flexible working, a workplace pension, and paid annual leave.
We offer part-time as well.

How to apply
Email your CV and a short cover letter to , or call for a confidential chat. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete our full application form.
Closing date: 6 November 2026
G & H Care Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check with a barred list check, satisfactory references, and confirmation of your Ofsted registration history and that you are not disqualified. xwzovoh We welcome applications from all backgrounds.