Operations Manager / Responsible Individual (RI)
Location: Bradford Area
Homes: One Good-rated, one newly registered
Salary: £75,000 per annum plus bonus
An established children’s residential care provider in the Bradford area is seeking an experienced Operations Manager / Responsible Individual (RI) to oversee two homes — one Ofsted-rated Good and one newly registered. The company is looking to grow and requires a dynamic, experienced individual with a proven track record in managing multiple residential homes.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic and operational oversight across both homes, ensuring high standards of care.
Act as Responsible Individual (RI), fulfilling regulatory requirements and liaising with Ofsted.
Support and develop home managers, ensuring robust staff supervision, training, and development.
Monitor and drive quality improvement initiatives, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Manage budgets, staffing, and operational performance across multiple sites.
Ensure compliance with all statutory, regulatory, and company policies.
Contribute to the organisation’s growth plans, including new service development.
Person Specification
Proven experience managing multiple children’s residential homes.
Experience acting as a Responsible Individual or equivalent regulatory leadership role.
Strong understanding of Ofsted requirements and the regulatory framework for children’s homes.
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage budgets, staffing, and operational priorities across multiple sites.
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children with complex needs.
Benefits
£75,000 per annum plus bonus
Opportunity to shape and grow services within an established provider
Supportive and professional working environment
Professional development and career progression opportunities