Children’s services | Careers & recruitment

Build your next chapter in children’s services.

From residential childcare and Registered Manager roles to Responsible Individual, Ofsted consultancy and specialist education, find the role type that fits your experience and register your interest with Delphi Care Solutions.

These 13 role types are career pathways, not confirmed current vacancies.

Children's services professionals supporting care, leadership and specialist provision
✓ 13 children’s services role typesCare, leadership, Ofsted and education
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Supporting candidates across children’s care, management and specialist provision.

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Residential care and support Leadership and management Ofsted specialists Education and SEN

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Which role best matches your experience?

Browse all 13 role types. Filter by category or search for a role, then select your preferred area of interest.

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01Care & support

Children’s Support Worker

Support children and young people with everyday routines, wellbeing and child-centred care.

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02Care & support

Senior Support Worker

Guide daily practice, mentor colleagues and help maintain consistent standards of care.

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03Care & support

Team Leader

Coordinate shifts, provide guidance and support safe, effective practice.

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04Leadership

Deputy Manager

Support service leadership, operational oversight and quality assurance.

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05Leadership

Registered Manager

Lead a children’s service, supporting people, safeguarding, practice and governance.

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06Ofsted specialist

Ofsted Consultant – Registrations

Use regulatory and registration experience to support providers preparing new services.

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07Ofsted specialist

Ofsted Turnaround Manager

Support services requiring experienced leadership and focused improvements.

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08Leadership

Responsible Individual

Provide senior oversight and accountability for relevant regulated children’s services.

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09Ofsted specialist

Ofsted Consultant – Inspections

Apply inspection and compliance experience to service improvement and readiness.

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10Education & SEN

SEN Teacher

Use specialist teaching knowledge to support learners with additional needs.

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11Education & SEN

Nursery Manager

Lead early years provision, staffing, safeguarding and service quality.

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12Education & SEN

Teaching Assistant

Support learning, inclusion and children’s educational development.

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13Education & SEN

Behaviour Mentor

Help children and young people develop positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.

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How registration works

Three simple steps towards your next opportunity.

One clear candidate registration route for care, leadership, consultancy and education interests.

01 / EXPLORE

Choose your role type

Select the category that most closely reflects your experience and career goals.

02 / REGISTER

Share your background

Complete the Delphi recruitment form and supply your CV if requested.

03 / CONNECT

Be considered when relevant

Our team may contact you when your skills align with suitable opportunities.

Candidate registration

Tell us about your experience.

Interested in children’s homes, Ofsted-related consultancy, senior leadership or specialist education? Register with Delphi using the official recruitment form.

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Have your CV ready, along with relevant experience, qualifications, professional registrations and availability where requested.

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Complete Delphi’s official recruitment form. The details requested may vary depending on the opportunity.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to get started.

Practical guidance for candidates interested in children’s care, management, Ofsted consultancy and education.

Are these 13 roles all currently available?

No. These are career categories. For specific vacancies currently advertised, visit Delphi’s careers page.

What if my job title is not listed?

Choose the closest category and describe your experience in the registration form if a suitable field is available.

Can I register for multiple types of roles?

Yes. Explain the types of roles you are interested in, where the form provides a suitable field.

What qualifications will I need?

Requirements depend on the role, employer and regulatory setting. Some positions require specific qualifications, experience or professional registration.

Will safeguarding and background checks be required?

Roles involving children may require safer recruitment and eligibility checks, including DBS checks where applicable.

Can I register for Responsible Individual opportunities?

Yes, if you have relevant experience. Suitability and appointment requirements are assessed for each opportunity.

Is visa sponsorship available?

Sponsorship depends on the employer and specific vacancy. Do not assume it is available unless confirmed in the job advert.

When will the recruitment team contact me?

Delphi may contact candidates whose experience matches relevant requirements. Registration does not guarantee an interview, job or response timeframe.

Ready for your next step in children’s services?

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Role categories are not confirmed vacancies. Applications remain subject to role-specific qualifications, eligibility, safeguarding checks and employer requirements. Registration does not guarantee an interview or employment. Please do not send confidential information about children or service users through the general recruitment form.