SUMMARY OF SERVICES

In the changing world of social care, whether in the statutory or private sector, there is a need to be creative, knowledgeable and business aware in order to stay ahead in the delivery of children’s services. It is a necessity for services to be rated ‘Good’ and ‘Outstanding’, not only to provide the best for children, but for independent companies to remain a preferred provider, and importantly a provider of choice by local authorities. 

Having independent scrutiny and support through consultancy is important to ensure that the business remains marketable, safe, competitive and responsive. Consultants bring market awareness, and expert knowledge of the industry. 

Having recent experience of Ofsted’s new framework of inspection for Children's Homes, Supported Accommodation and Fostering Services, SB Consultancy brings the knowledge of how to be ‘OUTSTANDING’ – not just in practice but in service structure and in evidencing outcomes. SB Consultancy can help services meet the needs of their customers.  Essentially, we help to develop effective service models, provide structure to increase business with customers and help businesses reach aspirational growth targets and KPI’s.

Smaller providers do not always need full time operational support. We can be your virtual Operations Manager providing operational support and advice whenever you need it.

• Policies and procedures tailored to your service.
• Support, coaching and supervision of your senior management team
• Project management and implementation.
• Training
• Quality Assurance and monitoring (Ofsted compliance, inspection ready visits, compliance notice improvement plans, investigations)

Coaching will empower, provide an environment for continuous improvement and nurture the leadership team to deliver excellence. 

It is a legal requirement for any Director and Responsible/Nominated Individual to have the necessary skills in delivering a service to vulnerable children, and to maintain their 'fitness' of knowledge.

New and existing providers of social care will benefit from the commercial knowledge, operational and management experience of consultants in the sector.  Safeguarding and governance in a highly regulated sector is key to establishing a successful business for the provider and the children it provides services to.

The financial viability of a business is essential, as well as ensuring full regulatory compliance. SB Consultancy brings expert practical and commercial knowledge in children's home and supported accommodation ownership, viability of finance models, scaling up of services, and the acquisition of buying and selling.