RQF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care for Children and Young People’s Services

The Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care for Children and Young People’s Services establishes the required standards for those who manage services in the children and young people’s sector in England. This qualification ensures that individuals pursuing leadership roles in children’s care services possess the necessary skills and knowledge.

The RQF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Children and Young People’s Services recognises the expertise required to manage governance and regulatory compliance, implement person-centred practices, and achieve positive outcomes for children and young people. It covers key areas including resource management, safeguarding, protection, and risk management. Additionally, it focuses on effective communication, fostering partnerships and teamwork, professional development, supervision, performance management, and self-management and decision-making.

This qualification is ideal for individuals already in management positions within children’s services, who are responsible for leading teams or projects to meet operational and strategic goals within their organisation. Learners pursuing this qualification may hold roles such as:

• Managers of residential services for children and young people
• Assistant managers of residential services
• Assistant managers in children’s services
• Senior care workers in children’s services
• Managers of day services for children and young people
• Assistant managers of day services
• Registered manager
• Managers of outreach or domiciliary services for children and young people