CQC & Ofsted Interview Preparation
Be Interview Ready with Confidence
The Responsible Person interview is a key part of registration. We help you prepare, practice, and perform with confidence.
During the registration process with CQC or Ofsted, the Registered Manager, Responsible Individual, or Childminder must pass a Fit Person Interview. This is your chance to demonstrate your competence, leadership, and understanding of regulation.
At PolicyBase, we prepare you for this critical moment with mock interviews, question coaching, and feedback — helping you build confidence and answer with clarity and professionalism.
CQC and Ofsted are assessing not just what you know — but how confidently and clearly you can lead a service. Poor interviews can delay or derail registration. Our coaching helps you prepare fully and walk in with confidence.
Whether it’s your first time or you’re reapplying, we guide you every step of the way.
- One-to-one prep session with a care registration expert
- Mock Fit Person Interview using real inspector-style questions
- Tailored questions for:
- CQC Registered Managers and RIs
- Ofsted Children’s Home Managers and Providers
- Childminders
- Support in structuring answers using STAR method
- Personal feedback and improvement tips
- Optional recording and review (virtual interviews)
New applicants to CQC or Ofsted
- Registered Managers, Responsible Individuals, Childminders
- Anyone needing support after a failed or postponed interview
- Overseas applicants unfamiliar with UK regulations
- Existing providers changing manager or location
Be inspection-ready with confidence. Check today and take the stress out of regulation.
Price:
Interview Prep Session: £250
Includes one mock interview and feedback.Full Prep Package: £450 (two sessions + regulation guide).
FAQ – CQC & Ofsted Interview Preparation
Expect questions on safeguarding, regulations, leadership, staffing, quality assurance, your Statement of Purpose, and your experience. We cover these in our prep.
Yes. We tailor the session to your specific regulator and role — whether it’s a CQC Registered Manager or Ofsted Children’s Home Provider.
We can help you simplify your responses and practise clearly. Many overseas applicants benefit from our structured interview approach and mock questions.
The regulator may delay or reject your application. Our goal is to help you pass the first time — but if you’ve already failed, we can support your reapplication process too.
Yes — we can issue a certificate of interview preparation on request for your registration file.
It depends on the size and scope of your service, but typically lasts one to two days.
Absolutely. All findings remain confidential and are used only to support your service improvement.
"The mock interview with PolicyBase was a game-changer. I went into my Responsible Person interview calm and ready, and I passed with flying colours."
Amelia R., Care Home Manager
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