The Roles of the Nominated Individual / Responsible Individual

This seminar will provide a comprehensive understanding of the legal, regulatory, and leadership responsibilities attached to these roles, equipping participants with the knowledge and skills needed to fulfill their duties effectively.

📅 Date & Time: 3rd February, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Live Online via Teams
📢 Early Bird Price: £40.5 + VAT (Register 2+ weeks before)
🎟️ Standard Price: £54 + VAT (Group Discount available for groups of 5+)

In regulated children’s services, the Nominated Individual (Supported Accommodation) and the Responsible Individual (Children’s Homes) play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations, upholding high-quality care standards, and providing strategic oversight. Their responsibilities extend beyond operational management, requiring them to ensure accountability, governance, and safeguarding practices are embedded across the organization.

Why This Course Matters

The roles of Nominated Individual and Responsible Individual are legally required in children’s social care settings, and failure to fulfill these duties effectively can lead to regulatory breaches, enforcement action, and compromised care quality. This course will help participants:
✔️ Understand the statutory requirements and legal duties of Nominated and Responsible Individuals
✔️ Navigate Ofsted regulations, compliance expectations, and inspection frameworks
✔️ Learn how to implement robust governance and quality assurance processes
✔️ Strengthen safeguarding leadership and risk management
✔️ Develop effective communication and collaboration with regulators and stakeholders

Course Highlights

🔹 The Roles of the Nominated & Responsible Individuals – Defining key duties and responsibilities
🔹 Regulatory & Legal Framework – Understanding the Children’s Homes Regulations, Supported Accommodation Regulations, Social Care Common Inspection Framework (SCCIF), and Ofsted expectations
🔹 Safeguarding & Risk Management – Embedding a strong culture of child protection and safety
🔹 Quality Assurance & Governance – Implementing effective policies, audits, and continuous improvement strategies
🔹 Preparing for Ofsted Inspections – Ensuring compliance, record-keeping, and leadership accountability

Meet Your Trainer: Miguel Valerio

Miguel Valerio is a social worker is more than 20 years of experience. His journey has taken me from research and university lecturing to hands-on work in the sector where he worked as a Responsible Individual (Children’s Homes) and Registered Service Manager (Supported Accommodation). On these role, he was responsible for developing and overseeing services for young people, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting staff training and service improvement. His extensive experience in quality assurance, governance, and leadership has equipped him with the knowledge and skills to guide professionals in navigating the complexities of residential children’s social care.

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