Regulation 44 Visitor

Keys Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading residential childcare provider is seeking a Regulation 44 Visitor to perform monthly visits to children's homes across East England, ensuring compliance with Ofsted standards. Responsibilities include writing insightful reports, reviewing care strategies, and interviewing children and staff. Ideal candidates will have a Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management, strong communication skills, and relevant experience. This part-time, roving role offers compensation of £281.14 per visit plus mileage.

Qualifications

• QCF/NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management or equivalent.
• At least 18 months of experience managing a Residential Children’s Home.
• Full driving licence and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Conduct monthly independent visits to children’s homes.
• Write Ofsted-ready reports on visits and care standards.
• Review behaviour management strategies and incident records.

Skills

Strong report writing

Communication skills

In-depth understanding of Ofsted regulations

Experience managing a Residential Children’s Home

Education

QCF/NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management

Job description

Location: Field based – Covering East England
Salary:£281.14 per visit Plus Mileage
Contract Type: Part time - Roving

Join Keys Group as a Regulation 44 Visitor and make a real impact.

We are looking for a passionate and experienced professional to take on the vital role of Regulation 44 Visitor, carrying out ad hoc monthly visits to our children’s homes across EastEngland. This role will provide additional capacity and support to our regional team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your expertise in care, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance to an independent role that plays a crucial part in promoting the safety, development, and wellbeing of young people. As a Regulation 44 Visitor, you will offer objective oversight, constructive challenge, and assurance that our homes continue to deliver high-quality care in line with regulatory requirements.

What’s the role about?
You’ll be responsible for carrying out monthly independent visits and writing clear, insightful, Ofsted-ready reports that highlight how children and young people are being supported and progressing. You’ll also:

• Review behaviour management strategies and ensure effective support is in place by scrutinising how the home is supporting children to enjoy and achieve.
• Examine records of restraint and missing person incidents to ensure the home provides safe and stable care.
• Carry out private interviews with children and young people living at the home and their parents, relatives or carers. Staff employed at the home must also be interviewed privately.
• Produce a written report on the conduct of the home after the visit and made available to HMCI, the registered manager, and anyone else with responsibility for the management of the home.

This role is key in supporting the ongoing performance and development of our homes, so prior experience working directly with Ofsted is a big advantage.

What we’re looking for:>

• QCF/NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management (or equivalent)
• At least 18 month’s experience managing a Residential Children’s Home
• Strong report writing and communication skills
• A full driving licence and access to a car
• In-depth understanding of Ofsted regulations and expectations

About Keys Group:
Keys Group is one of the UK’s leading providers of residential childcare, with 94% of our services rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. Our values—Excellence, Passion, Integrity, and Caring (EPIC)—are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to high standards and making a difference in the lives of children and young people.

Safeguarding Statement:
We’re fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young people in our care. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and thorough pre-employment checks.