Independent Regulation 44 Visitor

TulipCare Greater London, England, United Kingdom Do you want to make a genuine difference to the lives of vulnerable children and young people? Are you looking for a role you can do flexibly around current commitments and/or family? Would you be able to act as a critical friend and provide detailed and analytical reports that focus on the safety and wellbeing of children? Are you able to travel between Dartford and Woodford? Are you keen to work with an outstanding provider? If so, an Independent Regulation 44 Visitor role at our therapeutic residential home could be the right choice for you! ResponsibilitiesWe believe in matching the experience and skills of our visitors to the specialisms and needs of our clients. Once allocated to our residential children’s homes, you will be responsible for carrying out monthly visits within the first 5 days of the month. While you will do this independently, our management team will provide ongoing support and regular feedback. Your remit will be to determine whether the home/school is effectively safeguarding their young people and promoting their wellbeing. The reports you submit will need to provide an objective account of your findings and, where necessary, provide insight/evaluation. SafeguardingTulip Care is committed to safeguarding children. You will need to provide: Satisfactory record of your employment and explanation for any gaps Satisfactory references from your 3 latest jobs and any other positions where you worked with children or vulnerable adults. Satisfying enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service checks Role RequirementsYou will have extensive knowledge of the \’Social Care Common Inspection Framework\’, the \’Children\’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015\’, and the \’Guide to the Children\’s Homes Regulations, including the quality standards\’. The ideal candidate will be diligent in everything they do and must have excellent communication and report writing skills. As a Regulation 44 visitor, you will have the ability to build rapport with young people and act as a critical friend to the company. Previous experience successfully managing a residential children\’s home or service inspected by Ofsted is essential. Access to a car and full driving licence is needed for this role. We work with homes near Dartford and Woodford. Job TypeFreelance, Self-Employed ScheduleFlexitime CertificationsDiploma/NVQ Level 4 or 5 Health & Social Care (Required) ExperienceRegistered manager of a children\’s home: 2 years (required) Experience in Ofsted inspections: 2 years (preferred) Seniority levelMid-Senior level Employment typeOther IndustriesNursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities#J-18808-Ljbffr