We are recruiting for a Responsible Individual for a 4 bed Children's home in Bolton, specialising in supporting children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (16 hours per week)
At Home Comfort Services we are dedicated to delivering care that consistently exceeds expectations, ensuring every child feels valued, supported, and safe. Our commitment is to provide a safe, nurturing environment underpinned by integrity, compassion, and professionalism.
**£74,000 Per annum** (16 hours per week)
**16 hours pro rata £29,600**
Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and highly experienced Responsible Individual with significant experience to lead with dedication, expertise, and a commitment to excellence.
The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring that our children's home not only meets but consistently exceeds regulatory standards and delivers care of the highest quality.
Key Responsibilities
- Uphold and exceed the standards of care required by regulatory bodies
- Ensure legal compliance of the homes procedure’s remain up to date on any changes
- Lead the care home to deliver exceptional results, ensuring children’s safety, wellbeing, and welfare are at the heart of all operations.
- Work closely with the Registered Manager to develop and sustain a culture of excellence and accountability.
- Ensure any investigations in relation to safe guarding are carried out fairly, promptly and effectively to ensure the safety of the children
- External monitoring of the home through regulation 44 and 45 reports
- Regularly audit and review practices, policies, and procedures to ensure continuous improvement and compliance being met
- Provide strong and inspirational leadership to the care team, fostering a positive and professional working environment.
- Monitor and manage resources effectively while prioritising quality of care.
- Act as a key point of contact for staff building relationships based on trust and transparency.
What We’re Looking For
- Significant experience as an Responsible Individual working within Children's Residential Homes and experience in a senior or managerial role within the care sector.
- A proven record of delivering outstanding outcomes within Children's Residential Care
- Comprehensive knowledge of Ofsted regulations, standards and the legal framework governing children's care homes.
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Child Care or equivalent qualification.
- Strong leadership, communication, organisational and operational skills, with a proactive and solution-focused approach.
- A relentless passion to provide high-quality care and support.
What We Offer
- A competitive salary.
- A dynamic, supportive working environment that recognises and rewards excellence.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- The chance to make a significant, positive impact on the lives of the children.
All successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as part of our recruitment process. This is a mandatory step to ensure that our team members are suitable to work with vulnerable children and young people.
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: £74,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
Schedule:
Education:
- Diploma of Higher Education (preferred)
Experience:
- Residential Childcare: 3 years (preferred)
- Support Environment: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
- NVQ Level 5 Leadership and Management (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: RI HCS
