Director of Children's Service/Responsible Individual
Pay: 70,000 + bonuses based on growth
Location: Sandwich, Kent
Nonstop's client, a small organisation in the Southeast, is seeking an experienced Senior Manager to join as Director of Children's Services/Responsible Individual.
This pivotal role oversees the Registered Managers for both an Independent Fostering Agency (IFA) and a Children's Residential Home, supporting service growth while ensuring high‑quality, therapeutic care.
Working closely with the Director, you will oversee day‑to‑day operations and play a key role in shaping the organisation's future through strong leadership and expertise.
Benefits:
* Therapeutic organisation
* Good Ofsted‑rated services
* Supportive, values‑driven management team
* Small, family‑feel organisation where your voice makes a difference
* Opportunity to shape growth, including the development of multiple residential homes
* 35 days' holiday
* Pension contribution
* Hybrid working can be discussed
* Option to start part‑time (3‑4 days per week) with the opportunity to increase hours
* Competitive salary and benefits package
Responsibilities:
* Oversee and support the Registered Managers of both the IFA and Children's Residential Home
* Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and uphold the organisation's model of care
* Provide guidance, supervision, and empowerment to managers to achieve the best outcomes for children and young people
* Contribute to service development and expansion plans
* Build and maintain strong relationships with foster carers, staff, and external stakeholders
* Oversee day‑to‑day operations across both services
Requirements:
* Strong leadership and management experience preferably within children's social care (IFA, residential, or related setting)
* Excellent relationship‑building skills, with the ability to support and empower managers
* Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations, policies, and procedures
* Commercial and business‑development mindset to support service growth
* Values‑driven approach aligned with the organisation's ethos
* Willingness to travel to the children's home and head office as required
How to apply:
If you're interested, please send your CV (preferably in Word format) via this site.
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