Ad Hoc Mock Inspector – Adult Social Care Location: UK-Wide / Flexible Travel Salary: £250- £300 per day | Ad Hoc | Self-Employed Consultancy Opportunities About the Opportunity New Way Recruitment is seeking experienced Mock Inspectors to join our network of independent care consultants, supporting a diverse range of care providers across adult social care. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals who are passionate about quality, compliance and improving outcomes for people receiving care. Working on an ad hoc basis, you will support providers through mock inspections, quality assurance reviews and regulatory readiness assessments, helping services identify areas for improvement and deliver safe, effective, compassionate care. The Role As an Ad Hoc Mock Inspector, you will: Undertake mock inspections across a range of care providers, including residential, nursing, supported living and specialist care services. Assess service quality, governance, leadership, compliance and care delivery against relevant regulatory standards. Evaluate services against CQC's fundamental standards and relevant quality frameworks. Identify areas of good practice, compliance concerns and opportunities for improvement. Produce clear, accurate and professional inspection reports with practical recommendations. Provide constructive feedback to senior leaders and management teams. Support providers to strengthen quality assurance, regulatory preparedness and continuous improvement. Promote person-centred care, safeguarding, dignity and positive outcomes for people receiving support. About You We are looking for professionals who bring: Significant experience within adult social care, quality assurance, compliance or regulatory inspection. Previous experience conducting mock inspections, internal audits, quality reviews or regulatory assessments. Strong knowledge of CQC regulations, inspection frameworks and quality standards. Excellent analytical, report-writing and communication skills. The confidence to challenge constructively while supporting service improvement. A professional, objective and compassionate approach. Flexibility to undertake ad hoc assignments across different providers and locations. A genuine commitment to improving the quality of care and outcomes for people. Why Work with New Way Recruitment? At New Way Recruitment, we understand that recruitment within care is more than filling a vacancy. It is about understanding your experience, ambitions and values, and connecting you with opportunities where you can genuinely make a difference. Our Promise At New Way Recruitment, our promise is simple: we put people first. We take the time to understand your experience, ambitions and values, connecting you with opportunities where you can make a meaningful difference. We offer a confidential, honest and personal service, with clear communication and support throughout your journey. Whether you are looking to expand your consultancy portfolio, undertake flexible assignments or work across a variety of care providers, we are committed to supporting your next career move. Interested? If you are an experienced Mock Inspector passionate about quality, compliance and improving care standards, we would love to hear from you. Join New Way Recruitment – Recruiting with Care, Placing with Purpose. INDEC
