Expert By Experience Led Consultancy Services
Professional guidance, training, advice & support for children's residential care & family centre providers.
Expertise in Children's Services
RLS Consultancy Services offers specialised consulting services and training to improve outcomes for children in care. We work with children's residential care home providers and residential family centres in both public and private sectors. We also provide support for providers in relation to Ofsted registered semi-independant provisions
RLS Consultancy Services offers specialised consulting services and training to improve outcomes for children in care. We work with children's residential care home providers and residential family centres in both public and private sectors. We also provide support for providers in relation to Ofsted registered semi-independant provisions for 16-18 year olds and training to up skill workforces.. With an experienced Operations Director and Responsible Individual, we leverage extensive expertise in children's services, regulatory compliance, and innovative project management to deliver exceptional results.
About RLS Consultancy Services
Our Mission
RLS Consultancy Services provides sector leading expert support for independent children’s homes and residential family centres. We also work with independent schools, fostering agencies, residential schools and semi- independent providers, to assist with developing new and existing services, operational input/oversight and business development/growth.
Our Services
We offer a wide range of services at RLS Consultancy Services, including Ofsted registration of new children's homes and service, meeting Ofsted compliance notices, independent monitoring and audits, return home interviews, independent investigations, marketing and business development services, supervision and coaching. Click here to find out more.
Our Approach
Our values define who we are and the way we do business. As a leading professional services firm, we know that our strength and capability come from our people – their different perspectives, experiences and sector backgrounds. We don’t limit ourselves to either strategy or implementation. Instead, we deliver both – equally well.
Our FOUNDER
Rachel Springford
Our Managing Director
"As the Company Owner of
RLS Consultancy Services and a Managing Director for several children's homes and more recently a creation of a third company, Embracing Families which has led to the opening of their first Residential Family Assessment Centre, my journey is driven by a commitment to enhance the social care sector.
With a background as a Social Care Regulatory Inspector and Operations Director, my expertise lies in improving service quality and outcomes for children and young people.
Our team focuses on relationship development and analytical skills to transform registered care providers facing challenges.
Harnessing personal insights from my own experiences within the care system, we've successfully revitalised care facilities and empowered organisations to deliver exceptional care."
Latest News
May 2025 Award Winner - Dedicated Director Award (North)
Our founder Rachel Springford was the proud recipient of the 'The Dedicated Director Award' at the 2025 Stars of CYP event.
The judges comments 'Rachel exemplfies compassionate care, combining her personal experience and safeguarding expertise to create safe, nurturing homes. Her tireless dedication ensures children feel seen, heard and at home. Through hard work and building passionate teams , she inspires many and makes a profound positive impact on children's lives'.
Stars of CYP Finalists - May 2025
We were honoured to be amongst the finalists for the 'Shining a light on brilliance in care for children and young people'.