Overview We are looking for an experienced, values‑led Regional Lead to provide strategic leadership and regulatory oversight across our children’s residential homes. This role holds Responsible Individual status with Ofsted and carries overall accountability for compliance, quality and safeguarding across services. It is a key senior leadership role within our Children and Young People Division, supporting around 28 children and young people aged 9‑18 with learning disabilities and/or autism. Working closely with Registered Managers and senior colleagues, you will ensure our homes are safe, nurturing places where children are listened to, respected and supported to thrive. You will act as Responsible / Registered Individual with Ofsted, providing leadership before, during and after inspections and driving continuous improvement across services. You will be visible across homes, build strong relationships with teams, and play an active role in shaping the future of MacIntyre’s children’s residential services as we grow. Responsibilities Ensure overall accountability for the quality, safety and regulatory compliance of our children’s homes, supporting around 28 children and young people aged 9‑18 with learning disabilities and/or autism. Provide strategic leadership, regulatory oversight, and continuous improvement across services. Lead, support, and challenge Registered Managers to continuously improve practice. Work confidently with Ofsted inspectors, commissioners and external partners. Shape the future of MacIntyre’s children’s residential services. Qualifications

Significant experience as a Registered Manager with evidence of Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes. Strong understanding of children’s residential legislation, safeguarding and quality standards. Experience working at a senior level across services or multiple homes. Ability to lead, support and challenge Registered Managers to continuously improve practice. Confidence working with Ofsted inspectors, commissioners and external partners. Share MacIntyre’s commitment to children’s rights, voice and wellbeing. A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent) is essential.

Company and Equality MacIntyre is a national charity with a long history of doing things differently. We believe people are at their best when they are known, valued and connected and that includes both the children we support and the colleagues who work with us. MacIntyre safeguards and promotes the welfare of the children, young people and adults we support. We promote equality, encourage diversity and embrace inclusion among our workforce, aiming to be truly representative of all sections of society. The accessibility toolbar allows you to read adverts in another language, change the font to Open Dyslexia, adjust colours, and more. Salary £70,000 per annum plus £2,000 car allowance. Benefits

Six weeks annual leave, including statutory public holidays. Workplace pension scheme: MacIntyre will contribute 3% of your salary to all eligible employees. MacIntyre Staff Savings Scheme. Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. Health Cash Plan providing money back on core health treatments such as optical, dental, physiotherapy, chiropody (at reduced cost). MacIntyre Sick Pay (qualifying period). Life assurance scheme offering valuable benefits to your dependents. MacIntyre Rewards Scheme recognising and rewarding staff. MacIntyre Perks offering up to 6% discount off leading retailers including Tesco, Curry/PC World, Costa and many more. Access to the Blue Light Card offering thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street for emergency and social care staff. Enhanced DBS Certificate (cost paid by MacIntyre).

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