inspection Readiness Consultant

Inspection Readiness Consultant
Day Rate: £500-600/day dependant on experience
Location: London 
Contract Length: 6 months
 
Are you an experienced education professional with a strong track record in preparing local authorities for inspection? We’re working with a forward-thinking council seeking an Inspection Readiness Consultant to support their preparation for upcoming Ofsted and CQC inspections, particularly within SEND and broader education services.
 
Key responsibilities as the Inspection Readiness Consultant:

• Lead the local authority’s preparation for statutory inspections
• Coordinate inspection logistics, evidence collation, and internal communications
• Deliver quality assurance activity that informs service improvement
• Support leadership teams with planning, reporting, and response strategies
• Work alongside QA teams, Strategic Leads, and Practice Improvement colleagues

 
What you’ll bring as the Inspection Readiness Consultant:

• Experience supporting local authorities through Ofsted/CQC inspections
• Strong knowledge of children’s social care or SEND frameworks
• Confidence engaging senior stakeholders and managing inspection delivery
• A proactive, collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills

 
If you’re interested in this vacancy, please apply today by send over your CV!

(We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation so please do get in contact)

Our clients are passionate about creating and evolving a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant.  Recruiting decisions are based on your experience and skills.  Any reasonable adjustments in the workplace will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.

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