Responsible Individual

Responsible Individual – Children's Residential Home

Company: Junella Care

Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire

Service: Two-bed EBD Children's Home (ages 8–18, all genders)

Hours: 16 hours per week (2 days)

Pay: £350-£500 per day

Junella Care is seeking an experienced and passionate Responsible Individual to support the opening and Ofsted registration of our very first children's residential home. This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in shaping a new service, establishing high standards and ensuring our home is fully compliant, safe and aligned with our commitment to outstanding residential childcare.

About Junella Care

Junella Children's Services is a newly established residential childcare provider based in Harrogate. Our mission is to offer a safe, nurturing and empowering home environment where children and young people can heal, build resilience and develop essential life skills for adulthood.

We believe that every child deserves the chance to thrive, regardless of their past experiences. Our team is dedicated to delivering trauma-informed, child-centred and high-quality residential support. We focus on promoting emotional, social, educational and health development, ensuring every young person feels valued, secure and supported in their journey.

Requirements

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare
• Minimum 3 years' experience as a Responsible Individual within an Ofsted-registered children's home
• Strong safeguarding knowledge aligned with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and the Quality Standards
• Experience in managing professional teams and overseeing children's care plans
• Ability to work in partnership with key agencies including Ofsted, LADO, Health, Police and other professionals
• Full, clear UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Enhanced DBS check

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure the home operates in accordance with its Statement of Purpose and meets all Ofsted requirements
• Ensure full compliance with the Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards and implement any new policies or guidance
• Create, review and update the home's policies and procedures in line with legislation and regulatory changes
• Demonstrate strong operational leadership and a comprehensive understanding of legislation, policy and best practice
• Support the management team with recruitment processes, ensuring full compliance with safer recruitment protocols
• Use and oversee an integrated childcare computer system to support recording, compliance and data management
• Provide clear organisational and administrative oversight, including prioritising tasks and delegating effectively
• Mentor, develop and coach the management team to strengthen leadership capability within the home
• Work collaboratively with the Registered Manager to monitor, review and plan services
• Proactively safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people
• Ensure a safe, structured and nurturing environment and challenge unsafe practices promptly

Safeguarding Statement

Junella Care is committed to protecting the rights, dignity and wellbeing of all children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our work, and risk management is a key priority. We aim to ensure every young person feels safe, valued and respected, with their rights upheld at all times.

How to Apply

Please apply by uploading an up-to-date CV. You may then be asked to complete an application form prior to being shortlisted for interview.

Safer Recruitment

Junella Care is committed to safer recruitment practices.

• Employment gaps will be explored
• A minimum of two references will be required and verified by phone (one must be from your most recent employer)
• Personal references may be requested
• An Enhanced DBS check is required
• Right to work checks, identification and a health declaration will be completed

All offers of employment are subject to successful completion of safer recruitment checks.

Please note: Sponsorship is not available at this time.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £350.00-£500.00 per day

Expected hours: 16 per week

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Work Location: In person