Liverpool, Merseyside, United Kingdom
£65,000 - £70,000
Permanent
Responsible Individual – Children’s Residential Service
Liverpool, Merseyside
£65,000 – £70,000 per annum (Pro Rata for Part-Time)
Full-Time & Part-Time Considered
2-Bedded EBD Home | Currently 1 Placement
We are seeking an experienced and committed Responsible Individual (RI) to oversee a well-established 2-bedded children’s residential home in Liverpool, Merseyside specialising in Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate individual to support and guide a small, therapeutic service currently caring for one young person.
You will work closely with the Registered Manager to ensure compliance, quality, and the overall success of the home.
Key Responsibilities:
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Act as the Ofsted-nominated Responsible Individual, ensuring the home meets all regulatory and quality standards
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Provide strategic leadership, oversight, and support to the Registered Manager
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Ensure the home delivers exceptional care and positive outcomes for young people
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Monitor compliance, safeguarding, and operational effectiveness
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Support with inspections, audits, and development planning
Requirements:
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Previous experience as a Responsible Individual or senior operational leader in children’s residential care
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Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and children’s home legislation
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A relevant Level 5 qualification (or higher) in leadership, management, or social care
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Proven ability to support and develop residential teams
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Excellent knowledge of safeguarding, compliance, and governance
What’s on Offer:
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Salary of £65,000 – £70,000 (Pro Rata for part-time)
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Flexibility to consider full or part-time working arrangements
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Supportive and child-focused organisation
- Opportunity to influence and shape service quality and outcomes
Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer, and decisions are made on merit alone.
