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Senior Consultant - Children's and Education
Job Title: Regional Operations Manager – Children’s Services
Location: Midlands - Full location can be disclosed via a confidential chat
Salary: Salary up to £65,000 + Car Allowance + Generous Bonus Scheme
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Regional Operations Manager to oversee a portfolio of children's services across the Midlands region. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for ensuring high-quality care, compliance with regulatory standards, and strategic growth across multiple residential homes.
The ideal candidate will be a confident leader with a strong background in multi-site children's homes, capable of driving service improvement, supporting Registered Managers, and ensuring operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide strategic and operational leadership across multiple children’s homes in the Midlands, ensuring outstanding outcomes for children and young people.
* Line manage and support Registered Managers to meet Ofsted standards, maintain compliance, and deliver safe, effective, and nurturing environments.
* Monitor and improve service performance through regular audits, KPIs, quality assurance, and action planning.
* Lead on the development and delivery of regional objectives aligned with the organisation’s strategic goals.
* Support growth plans, including new service openings and expansions across the region.
* Manage regional budgets effectively.
* Foster strong multi-agency relationships with local authorities, commissioning bodies, and other stakeholders.
Requirements:
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
* Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and Ofsted requirements.
* Track record of improving services and achieving good or outstanding Ofsted ratings.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
* Ability to analyse and respond to performance data to drive service improvements.
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel
If this exciting opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, please contact Jordanna Osborn on 02394211147 Alternatively, email an updated CV to josborn@compassltd.co.uk.
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