Social Care Consultant

_**Social Care Consultant - Residential Children's Homes**_

Location: Remote (with regular travel across neighbouring counties)

**Salary**: £50,000 - £65,000 per annum (including performance bonus)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent | Schedule: Monday to Friday

Lead with Purpose. Inspire Change. Shape Brighter Futures.

Are you a passionate, visionary leader ready to make a real difference in children’s lives?
We’re on the lookout for an exceptional Responsible Individual to provide strategic leadership, expert oversight, and unwavering support across multiple children’s residential homes in Greater London.

This is more than just a senior leadership role — it’s your opportunity to influence practice on a strategic level, raise the bar for care standards, and empower Registered Managers to build homes where children and young people truly thrive. As a trusted advisor, you’ll champion safeguarding excellence, regulatory compliance, and a culture of continuous improvement across all services.

What You’ll Be Doing
- Ensuring full compliance with Ofsted standards, the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, and Quality Standards.
- Providing consultancy, coaching, and mentoring to Registered Managers to deliver exceptional care.
- Leading on safeguarding initiatives and embedding a culture of safe, transparent, and accountable practice.
- Preparing homes for Ofsted inspections, achieving ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ ratings.
- Advising on key operational areas including staffing, budgets, and resource allocation.
- Building and maintaining strong partnerships with local authorities, social workers, and regulatory bodies.
- Driving staff development, training, and performance improvement.
- Promoting a culture of reflection, accountability, and continuous learning.

About You

We’re seeking a driven, inspiring leader or consultant with a genuine passion for delivering excellence in residential childcare. You’ll bring:

- Minimum 3 years’ senior leadership or consultancy experience in children’s residential care.
- NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent/working towards).
- In-depth knowledge of safeguarding legislation, Ofsted frameworks, and regulatory standards.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- A proven track record of driving improvement and shaping best practice.
- A full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel across Greater London.
- A deep commitment to ensuring children and young people receive the highest standard of care.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us
- Play a pivotal role in shaping the future of residential childcare.
- Be part of a supportive, progressive, and child-centred organisation.
- Enjoy unlimited paid holidays and full flexibility over your diary.
- Receive paid mileage and subsidised travel.
- Competitive salary with a performance-related bonus.
- Real opportunities for career progression and professional development.

Benefits Package
- Casual dress code
- Company pension scheme
- On-site parking (where available)
- Employee referral programme

If you’re ready to inspire change, drive excellence, and lead with purpose, we’d love to hear from you.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £50,000.00-£65,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Free or subsidised travel
- Unlimited paid holidays
- Work from home

**Experience**:

- Managing a Residential Children's home: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Drivers Licence (required)
- NVQ 5 Leadership and Management (required)

Work Location: Remote