Are you a proven leader in children’s residential care, passionate about delivering high-quality services and achieving Outstanding outcomes with Ofsted? We are seeking a dynamic Operations Manager / Responsible Individual to oversee and grow a portfolio of children’s residential homes across London. About the Role: You will take overall operational leadership of a residential care company, playing a vital role in shaping and developing our services to meet the highest standards. Reporting directly to the Director of Operations, you will ensure our homes are compliant, effective, financially viable, and above all, nurturing environments for young people. Key Responsibilities: Act as Responsible Individual for multiple homes registered with Ofsted Drive compliance, safeguarding, and quality assurance across all services Lead, mentor, and manage Registered Managers and support teams Oversee the successful registration and launch of new homes Monitor and manage budgets, performance KPIs, and occupancy levels Champion the use of internal digital systems Build strong partnerships with local authorities and external agencies Support recruitment, retention, and staff development across all services What We’re Looking For: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Proven experience as an RI or senior leader in children’s residential care A strong track record of achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted ratings Deep understanding of safeguarding legislation and quality frameworks Ability to think strategically while ensuring operational excellence Experience leading turnaround or improvement initiatives within care settings What’s On Offer: Competitive salary with performance-related bonuses Opportunities to grow a new service and influence strategic direction Full autonomy to make impactful decisions Supportive senior leadership and access to advanced digital systems