Quality Auditor

The postholder will be responsible for carrying out systematic audits of services against the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and the Supported Accommodation (England) Regulations 2023. To deliver independent assurance on service-level compliance with statutory regulations and internal quality frameworks, identifying risks, areas of non-compliance, and opportunities for improvement. The primary focus of this role will be the Group’s residential children’s homes and supported accommodation services. Each audit will typically require three working days : Day 1–2 : On-site assessment (file reviews, staff / young people interviews, observations). Day 3 : Report writing and submission. This is a hybrid role, requiring regular travel to conduct audits across the Group’s services. Strong knowledge of The Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and The Supported Accommodation (England) Regulations 2023. Experience of auditing, inspection, or quality assessment in children’s social care. Ability to analyse evidence and make sound judgments on compliance and risk. Excellent report writing skills with the ability to present findings clearly and constructively. Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to engage with staff, children, and young people. Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to deliver audits within agreed timescales. Ability to maintain independence, integrity, and professional objectivity. Driving licence, access to a car, and willingness to travel regularly for work purposes. How you’ll be rewarded : Blue Light Card Colleague referral scheme with cash rewards – earn up to £2500 per referral! Financial wellbeing service Life Assurance Tastecard – spectacular savings on dining, pizza, cinema tickets, supermarkets, and UK attractions! Comprehensive and tailored induction programme including face-to-face training, online modules, shadowing, and local induction period. Face-to-face therapeutic training and support for all colleagues via our SHINE programme. Access to a wide range of free online courses for all colleagues on a variety of topics. Employee assistance programme – free, confidential support. Community and wellbeing – Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need to feel good about what you do. We’re in this together. Supportive management and senior leaders. High quality CPD opportunities. Free eye checks. CLOSING DATE 17TH OCTOBER, INTERVIEWS WEEK COMMENCING 20TH OCTOBER #J-18808-Ljbffr