Regulatory Compliance Consultant in Leeds

As a Care Consultant, you will lead mock CQC inspections and support care services in preparing for regulatory assessments. You will assess evidence, interview staff, review documentation, and provide actionable feedback to help services meet and exceed CQC standards.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct mock inspections across all CQC domains (Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, Well-led).
• Review policies, procedures, care plans, and compliance documentation.
• Observe care delivery and interview staff and service users.
• Provide detailed feedback and improvement recommendations.
• Support services with action planning and readiness tracking.
• Stay current with regulatory updates and sector best practices.

What we offer and expectations:

• Flexible working arrangements; choose assignments that fit your lifestyle and availability.
• Competitive rates; we value your expertise and reward it fairly.
• Professional autonomy; deliver your work independently, backed by Delphi's trusted reputation.
• Access to Delphi's Support Network, a full Multi-Disciplinary Team providing clinical, non-clinical, HR, and compliance support.
• Supportive consultant community; connect with peers and grow together.
• Ongoing development; stay updated on regulatory changes and opportunities to expand your consultancy profile.
• Impactful work; help care providers improve outcomes, achieve compliance, and deliver exceptional care.

We are looking for passionate professionals who want to use their skills to elevate standards and empower care teams. If that sounds like you, Delphi Care Solutions is the place to thrive.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare management, nursing, or a related field.
• Recent work experience within the last 5 years in a compliance/quality role within social care (e.g., Learning Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Mental Health Conditions, Complex Care, Supported Living, Dementia, Domiciliary Care, Elderly Care, Residential or Nursing Care, Local Authorities, Eating disorders, Sensory impairments, Long-term conditions, Physical disabilities).
• Minimum of 3 years' work experience as a current or ex-CQC inspector delivering quality management and regulatory compliance within UK health and social care (Desirable).
• In-depth knowledge of CQC regulations, KLOEs, MCP/OLM frameworks, and regulatory updates.
• Hands-on experience with CQC/Care Inspectorate inspections, audits, and policy development.
• Exceptional report writing and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and identify trends and patterns.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders at all levels of an organization.
• Ability to organise work to deadlines.
• Proven ability to develop and implement quality improvement initiatives and drive organizational change.
• Access to own vehicle with full UK driving licence.
• DBS registered with the rolling update system.
• Valid public liability and professional indemnity insurance policies.

At Delphi Care Solutions, we are recognised for our commitment to quality, compliance, and sector-leading support. When you work with us, you are joining a trusted name in care consultancy that values your expertise and empowers you to make a real difference.

Exclusive Opportunity: Become a Sponsored C-CAF-Accredited Consultant through Delphi's ongoing partnership with the Care Compliance Accreditation Framework (C-CAF). Benefits may include earning per mock inspection, accreditation sponsorship, and commission on C-CAF-related projects or referrals.