Course Overview
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Assessment methodPortfolio of evidence
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Credit value90
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Guided learning hours (GLH)586
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Learning aim reference60142650
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Qualification number601/4265/0
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Total qualification time (TQT)900
The Highfield Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services (England) (RQF) – Adults’ Residential Management is a nationally recognised 90-credit qualification developed for individuals working in a residential care setting for adults. It supports the professional development of residential managers and senior practitioners by equipping them with strategic leadership, team management, and quality assurance skills required for effective residential care delivery.
Objectives
- Enhance leadership capabilities for managing residential care services.
- Promote inclusive, safe, and person-centred care within a regulated residential setting.
- Equip learners with practical and theoretical skills to manage staff, systems, and resident wellbeing.
- Support learners in meeting CQC standards and progressing to higher leadership roles.
Entry Requirements
- Employed in or moving into a residential management role within adult social care.
- Ideally have Level 3 qualifications and Level 2 literacy/numeracy skills.
- Enhanced DBS check is recommended.
- This qualification is suitable for learners aged 19+ for delivery in England.
Course Structure
Mandatory Units (Group A) | 30 Credits
| Unit Ref | Unit Title | Level | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| F/602/2335 | Use and develop systems that promote communication | 5 | 3 |
| L/602/2578 | Promote professional development | 4 | 4 |
| Y/602/3183 | Champion equality, diversity and inclusion | 5 | 4 |
| K/602/3172 | Develop health and safety and risk management policies and procedures | 5 | 5 |
| A/602/3189 | Work in partnership in health and social care or children and young people’s settings | 4 | 4 |
| J/602/3499 | Undertake a research project in health and social care or children and young people’s services | 5 | 10 |
Subtotal: 30 Credits
Mandatory Core (Group F1) | 38 Credits
| Unit Ref | Unit Title | Level | Credit |
| M/602/2850 | Manage health and social care practice to ensure positive outcomes for individuals | 5 | 5 |
| R/602/2856 | Safeguarding and protection of vulnerable adults | 5 | 5 |
| D/602/2844 | Lead person-centred practice | 5 | 4 |
| H/602/3171 | Lead and manage a team within a health and social care setting | 6 | 7 |
| M/602/3187 | Develop professional supervision practice | 5 | 5 |
| Y/602/2860 | Understand safeguarding of children and young people for those working in the adult sector | 3 | 1 |
| T/602/3174 | Lead and manage group living for adults | 5 | 5 |
| F/504/2218 | Understand professional management and leadership in health and social care | 5 | 6 |
Subtotal: 38 Credits
Optional Units (Group F2–F4) | 22 Credits
| Unit Ref | Unit Title | Level | Credit |
| J/602/2336 | Develop procedures and practice to respond to concerns and complaints | 5 | 6 |
| R/602/2338 | Recruitment and selection within health and social care settings | 4 | 3 |
| Y/602/2339 | Facilitate the development of effective group practice | 5 | 6 |
| L/602/2547 | Facilitate coaching and mentoring of practitioners | 5 | 7 |
Subtotal: 22 Credits
Total: 90 Credits
Course Content (Topics)
- Residential care systems and leadership responsibilities
- Person-centred planning and quality-of-life improvement
- Safeguarding, health and safety, and group living management
- Supervision, coaching, and performance management
- Team building and organisational development
Assessment
- Assessed through a Portfolio of Evidence based on workplace practice.
- Methods include:
- Observations
- Work products
- Reflective accounts
- Professional discussions
- Witness testimonies
- Internal quality assurance and external verification by Highfield.
Duration
- Typical Completion Time: 12 to 18 months depending on experience and support.
Pathway Summary
This pathway is aimed at those managing residential adult care services. It equips learners with key leadership competencies to manage residential settings in compliance with regulatory and quality frameworks. This diploma supports the leadership and operational demands of managing residential care for adults. It builds deep knowledge in safeguarding, regulation compliance, team management, and quality assurance. The qualification enables progression to higher education or senior leadership roles in the health and social care sector.
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