Des is an experienced Responsible individual, Care Consultant, and Operations Manager, working in the care sector with a track record of outstanding delivery across private and public sector roles. Des has a track record in providing strategic leadership, delivering improved Ofsted outcomes for non-compliant children’s homes, and supporting newly progressive care homes within the statutory and regulatory framework.

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Throughout his career, Des has been able to make sound, pragmatic problem-solving decisions, which have a wider service impact.

Des have an in-depth understanding of the operational and care planning aspects of Residential children’s homes. He has a track record of successful Ofsted inspections for the services he has led. Des is a former Registered manager and combines his experience and knowledge of care planning with his understanding of Ofsted legislation, to provide robust support to managers under his supervision. Des works with both new and experienced managers.

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Des provides comprehensive professional advice and support, including tackling difficult problems of a technical, professional, resource, or people-related nature. Des has managed large teams working closely with Board rooms, Registered managers, Strategic Commissioning Managers, and Local Authority Placement teams.

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Personal Statement:

"I am proud to have worked with a diverse range of vulnerable people, from providing personal care to people in Residential care homes settings to leading large children services overseeing multiple homes."