Responsible Individual (Children’s Residential Services)
Location: Croydon (covering homes in Wimbledon, Sutton, Wallington & one new home)
Salary: £70,000+ per annum (depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Working Pattern: 4 days on-site (1 day per home) & 1 day remote
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Responsible Individual (RI) to oversee four children’s residential homes. Three homes are well-established, with one newly registered home. The homes support children and young people aged 8–16, with a mix of Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and Learning Disabilities (LD).
Responsible Individual - Key Responsibilities
Act as the Responsible Individual in line with Ofsted regulations and Children’s Homes Regulations
Provide strategic leadership and oversight across all four homes
Ensure each home consistently delivers high-quality, child-centred care
Support, mentor, and challenge Registered Managers to maintain compliance and best practice
Oversee safeguarding, quality assurance, and continuous improvement
Lead on inspections, audits, and regulatory communication with Ofsted
Ensure policies, procedures, and practice reflect current legislation and guidance
Support the development and successful operation of the new homeResponsible Individual Person Specification
Previous experience as a Responsible Individual/ Director of Operations role within children’s residential services
Level 5 in Leadership and Management
In-depth knowledge of Children’s Homes Regulations, Quality Standards, and Ofsted frameworks
Proven experience supporting homes through inspections
Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills
Ability to work across multiple sites and manage competing priorities
Must have Right to work in the UK with no restrictions.
To apply for the Responsible Individual role:
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