Freelance Care Compliance Consultant (Self Employed - Contractor) in Gloucester

The Freelance Compliance Consultant provides independent, specialist support to health and social care providers to strengthen regulatory compliance and improve service quality. Working on a self‑employed basis, the consultant is sub‑contracted by Delphi Care Solutions to deliver mock CQC inspections, quality audits, and improvement‑focused consultancy across a range of care settings. This role is suited to experienced care professionals who want the flexibility of self‑employment while contributing to meaningful improvements in care delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out mock CQC inspections across all regulatory domains
• Review policies, procedures, care plans, and compliance documentation
• Observe care practice and interview staff, managers, and service users
• Produce clear, structured, evidence‑based reports outlining findings and recommendations
• Support services to develop and implement action plans
• Provide expert guidance on regulatory expectations and best practice
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of CQC frameworks and sector developments
• Manage your own workload, schedule, and administrative responsibilities as an independent consultant
• Represent Delphi Care Solutions professionally when working with clients

Requirements

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

• Significant experience in health or social care leadership, quality assurance, or regulatory compliance
• Proven experience conducting mock inspections or regulatory audits, aligned to CQC frameworks
• Demonstrable ability to evaluate evidence, identify risks, and provide practical, improvement‑focused recommendations
• Strong capability in producing comprehensive, evidence‑based reports, using structured formats such as Delphi's reporting template to present findings clearly and professionally

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage confidently with staff at all levels
• High standard of written communication, with the ability to produce clear, accurate, and well‑structured reports
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex information and draw balanced conclusions
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritise workload across multiple assignments
• Professional judgement, objectivity, and the ability to deliver constructive feedback sensitively and effectively

Professional Requirements

• Self‑employed status with the ability to work on a sub‑contracted basis
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
• Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
• Access to transport for on‑site visits
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to professional and ethical standards

Desirable Criteria

• Experience delivering consultancy, coaching, or service improvement support
• Knowledge of quality improvement methodologies or change management approaches
• Experience working across multiple care settings (e.g., residential, nursing, supported living, domiciliary care)
• Accreditation or training in compliance, auditing, or quality assurance frameworks

Benefits

Working Arrangement

• This is a self‑employed, contracted role.
• Consultants operate independently and are responsible for their own tax, insurance, and business obligations.
• Choose which assignments to accept based on availability and interest.
• Are engaged on a project‑by‑project basis with no guaranteed minimum hours.
• Submit monthly invoices for completed work and approved expenses.
• Deliver work autonomously while meeting Delphi's quality and reporting standards.