Regulation 44 visits and reports
Description: The overall purpose of Regulation 44 visits and subsequent reports is to ensure that the care provided is of a satisfactory standard as specified in Regulation 44 (2) of the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 in order for the Local Authority to discharge its statutory duties. Within scope are all of Oldham's current in house residential settings including those offering specialist short term support and semi-independent provision as good practice on Oldham's continual improvement and learning journey. One further residential setting will come on board and form part of this specification from Summer 2027
Summary: Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council is procuring a social work and related service covering Regulation 44 visits and reports for its in-house children’s residential settings. The provider will assess whether care meets the standard required by Regulation 44(2) of the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015, enabling the council to discharge its statutory duties, and will report its findings. The scope includes current residential homes, specialist short-term support and semi-independent provision, with one further setting joining the service. The work will be delivered across Oldham’s residential estate. The requirement also incorporates parental advocacy, providing independent support to parents navigating children’s social care and child protection systems, including meetings, complaints and communication with professionals.