We are partnering with a growing, values-led independent children''s residential care provider to appoint an experienced part-time Responsible Individual (RI). With an established home operating in North West London (Cricklewood area), a brand-new home in Leyton ready for Ofsted registration, and two further homes currently in the planning stages, this is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished residential childcare leader. You will play a pivotal role in getting the new Leyton provision registered and over the line, while providing high-level governance and regulatory oversight across the expanding portfolio. Key ResponsibilitiesOfsted Registration and Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for Ofsted, leading the registration submission and Fit and Proper Person processes for the new Leyton home while maintaining full regulatory compliance across existing services. Strategic Governance and Quality Assurance: Ensure all homes operate strictly in line with the Children''s Homes (England) Regulations 2015, Quality Standards, and their respective Statements of Purpose. Management Oversight: Provide structured supervision, support, and performance evaluation to Registered Managers, ensuring robust Regulation 44 and Regulation 45 monitoring systems are embedded. Safeguarding and Risk Management: Champion a culture of safeguarding, overseeing referrals, audits, safer recruitment, and external liaison with local authorities, LADO, and safeguarding partners. Growth and ..... full job details .....