Caroline Morris

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About Caroline Morris

Strategic Leader & Responsible Individual | Specialist in Therapeutic Residential Care, and youth services | Driving Excellence and Sustainable Outcomes An accomplished and strategic leader with a strong record of delivering outcomes for Looked After Children through evidence-based, trauma-informed practice. As a Responsible Individual, I combine operational excellence with a clear strategic vision—ensuring services are not only compliant and high-performing, but also truly therapeutic and child-centred. With deep expertise in Therapeutic Care, Attachment Theory, Positive Behaviour Support, and Trauma-Informed Practice, I have led multiple teams and services to national recognition, including Service of the Year awards in 2019 and 2022. I bring a proven ability to translate organisational strategy into practice, embedding values-driven cultures that prioritise stability, emotional safety, and growth for both young people and staff. My leadership approach is rooted in development and sustainability—I am committed to building high-performing teams through coaching, reflective supervision, and structured professional development. Known for exceptional staff retention and succession planning, I create environments where people feel valued, empowered, and aligned to a shared purpose. Having successfully established and registered two residential services in North Wales, I possess strong knowledge of CIW compliance and RISCA regulations. As a peripatetic manager, I have demonstrated agility in managing change, stabilising services, and driving improvement across multiple locations—always maintaining a cohesive vision and unwavering focus on outcomes