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Care Registration & Service Setup

Whether you're establishing a regulated care service or developing a service that operates outside regulated activities, our consultants provide practical support to help you build the right foundations.

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At a glance

What We Do
End-to-end registration and business launch support for new and existing care providers.
Regulatory Pathways
CQC England, Care Inspectorate Scotland, Ofsted, Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) and appropriate non-regulated care services.
Your Support
A dedicated regulatory specialist guides you throughout your agreed registration or setup journey.
Choose Your Package
Foundation, Launch and specialist support options to suit your service, experience and business needs; packages and inclusions differ by regulator.
From Registration to Launch
Applications, policies, business planning, financial viability, branding, websites, readiness and regulator response support, within your selected package.
Flexible Payment Options
80/20 staged payment plans, with Klarna and business finance options subject to availability, approval and eligibility.

Choose your registration or setup pathway

The exact documents depend on the service, regulator and regulated activities.

CQC — England

Whether you're establishing a regulated care service or developing a service that operates outside regulated activities, our consultants provide practical support to help you build the right foundations.

CQC Registration Foundation

£3,695

VAT included

Professional Registration Consultancy

Essential CQC registration support for providers who already have their business foundations in place.

Best for: Existing providers, experienced care professionals, established businesses adding regulated activities, or anyone who already has their branding and website in place.

CQC Registration Launch

£3,995

VAT included

Complete Registration & Business Launch

Our most popular package, combining CQC registration with the essential tools needed to launch your new care business.

Best for: First-time care business owners, new domiciliary care or homecare providers, and entrepreneurs who need both their CQC registration and business launch support.

CQC Registration Premium

£4,995

VAT included

Strategic Registration, Governance & Business Growth

Our highest level of support, combining registration with enhanced governance, operational readiness, commissioning and growth consultancy.

Best for: Supported living providers, residential and nursing services, complex care providers, multi-service organisations, and providers who need more strategic support with mobilisation, commissioning, governance and growth.

  • The exact document set must be tailored to the service type and regulated activities.
  • CQC supporting-document requirements vary by service type and regulated activity. The consultant will confirm the exact document list at the start of the registration project and ensure the application pack is tailored to the service.
Service-specific documentation and evidence guidance

These are service-dependent documentation and evidence considerations, not an additional package or a tier inclusion list. Your consultant confirms what is required for your service at project start; client-provided evidence and premises requirements remain qualified below.

  • Statement of Purpose
  • Complaints Policy
  • Consent Policy & Procedures
  • Equality, Diversity & Human Rights Policy
  • Governance & Quality Assurance Policy / Procedures
  • Infection Prevention & Control Policy
  • Medicines Management Policy
  • Recruitment Policy & Procedures
  • Safeguarding Policy & Procedures
  • Financial Viability Statement, where required
  • Public & Employers Liability Insurance evidence / quotation (client-provided evidence)
  • Business Plan & Financial Forecast, where required for the service type
  • Staffing Structure and Staff Training Matrix, where required
  • Service User Guide, Sample Care Plan and/or Sample Care Contract, where required
  • Evidence of Legal Occupancy and premises-related evidence, where required
  • Any additional service-specific supporting documents requested by CQC
Care Inspectorate — Scotland

Start Your Care Service with Confidence

Specialist registration support for organisations applying to register a care service with the Care Inspectorate in Scotland. Choose the level of support that suits where you are in your business journey.

Care Inspectorate Registration Foundation

£2,999

VAT included

Professional Registration Consultancy

For providers who already have their business foundations, website and branding in place and need specialist registration support.

Best for: Existing providers, experienced care professionals and new providers who already have their website, logo and business branding established.

View complete inclusions
  • Dedicated Registration Consultant
  • Registration Strategy Consultation
  • Service Type & Registration Scope ReviewService type dependent
  • Application Completion Support
  • Aims & Objectives Development
  • Business Plan
  • Financial Viability Support
  • Registration Policy & Procedure Suite
  • Health and Social Care Standards Alignment
  • Recruitment & Safer Recruitment Guidance
  • Supporting Registration Documentation
  • Application Review & Quality Assurance
  • Registration Readiness Review
  • Support Responding to Care Inspectorate Queries
  • Ongoing Consultant Support Throughout Registration
  • 80/20 Staged Payment Plan | Klarna Available* | Business Finance*
  • *Klarna and business finance are subject to availability, approval and eligibility criteria.

Care Inspectorate Registration Launch

£3,500

VAT included

Complete Registration & Business Launch

For new providers who want us to support both their Care Inspectorate registration and the professional launch of their care business.

Best for: First-time care business owners and new providers starting from the ground up who need their registration, website, logo, brochure and branding brought together as one complete package.

Everything in Foundation, plus the Launch additions; the complete list below includes both.

View complete inclusions
  • Dedicated Registration Consultant
  • Registration Strategy Consultation
  • Service Type & Registration Scope ReviewService type dependent
  • Application Completion Support
  • Aims & Objectives Development
  • Business Plan
  • Financial Viability Support
  • Registration Policy & Procedure Suite
  • Health and Social Care Standards Alignment
  • Recruitment & Safer Recruitment Guidance
  • Supporting Registration Documentation
  • Application Review & Quality Assurance
  • Registration Readiness Review
  • Support Responding to Care Inspectorate Queries
  • Ongoing Consultant Support Throughout Registration
  • Professional Care Business Website
  • Professional Logo Design
  • Marketing Brochure
  • Business Branding
  • Registration Progress Reviews
  • Registration-to-Launch Action Plan
  • Launch Readiness Planning
  • Priority Consultant Support
  • Support Responding to Care Inspectorate Requests
  • Final Registration Readiness Review
  • 80/20 Staged Payment Plan | Klarna Available* | Business Finance*
  • *Klarna and business finance are subject to availability, approval and eligibility criteria.
  • Care Inspectorate requirements vary according to the applicant entity, type of care service, premises and management arrangements. Your consultant will confirm the documentation, policies and supporting evidence required for your specific service at the beginning of your registration project and check the application before submission. Client-provided evidence remains the applicant’s responsibility.
Service-specific documentation and evidence guidance

These are service-dependent documentation and evidence considerations, not an additional package or a tier inclusion list. Your consultant confirms what is required for your service at project start; client-provided evidence and premises requirements remain qualified below.

  • Initial Care Inspectorate Registration Consultation
  • Care Service Type, Applicant Entity & Registration Scope Review
  • Application Completion Guidance & Quality Assurance
  • Aims & Objectives of the Care Service
  • Financial Information / Declarations required for the application
  • Premises Plans, where applicable and available (client-provided evidence)
  • Planning Permission, Building Warrant / Completion Certificate, Landlord Permission or other premises evidence, where applicable (client-provided evidence)
  • Complaints Policy / Procedure
  • Child and/or Adult Protection Policy / Procedure, as applicable
  • Medication Policy / Procedure
  • Infection Prevention & Control Policy / Procedure
  • Food & Nutrition Policy / Procedure, where applicable
  • Positive Behaviour / Restrictive Practice Policy / Procedure, where service-dependent
  • Recruitment arrangements / documentation where applicable to the service type
  • Health and Social Care Standards Alignment
  • Supporting Policies, Procedures and Statements required for the specific service type
  • Application Review & Registration Readiness Review
  • Support Responding to Care Inspectorate Requests for Further Information
  • Consultant Support Throughout the Agreed Registration Process

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Ofsted — Children's services

Specialist Ofsted Registration Packages

Ofsted Registration Essentials

£3,995

VAT included

For providers who already have their core business foundations in place and require specialist support navigating the Ofsted registration process.

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  • Initial Ofsted Registration Consultation
  • Service Model & Registration Scope Review
  • SC1 Application Support
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Children's Guide
  • Missing Child Policy
  • Positive Behaviour Support / Behaviour Management Policy
  • Safeguarding Policy
  • Prevention of Bullying Policy
  • Complaints Procedure
  • Location Assessment
  • Business Plan & Cashflow Forecast / Evidence of Financial Viability
  • Planning Permission evidence or confirmation of planning position (client-provided evidence)Client-provided evidence
  • Insurance Certificate or written confirmation that insurance will be provided (client-provided evidence)Client-provided evidence
  • SC2 application guidance for the Registered Manager, Responsible Individual and other relevant persons
  • Company annual reports/accounts, charitable objects or partnership agreement, where applicable (client-provided evidence)Where applicableClient-provided evidence
  • Application Review & Quality Assurance
  • Registration Readiness Review
  • Support Responding to Ofsted Requests for Further Information
  • Consultant Support Throughout Registration
  • The documents required vary according to the type of Ofsted-regulated service. The list reflects children's-home registration requirements; for supported accommodation or another service within the agreed scope, the consultant confirms the relevant Ofsted application requirements for that service type.

Ofsted Registration Launch

£4,995

VAT included

For providers requiring comprehensive registration support together with the operational foundations needed to launch their children's service.

Everything in Essentials, plus:

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  • Initial Ofsted Registration Consultation
  • Service Model & Registration Scope Review
  • SC1 Application Support
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Children's Guide
  • Missing Child Policy
  • Positive Behaviour Support / Behaviour Management Policy
  • Safeguarding Policy
  • Prevention of Bullying Policy
  • Complaints Procedure
  • Location Assessment
  • Business Plan & Cashflow Forecast / Evidence of Financial Viability
  • Planning Permission evidence or confirmation of planning position (client-provided evidence)Client-provided evidence
  • Insurance Certificate or written confirmation that insurance will be provided (client-provided evidence)Client-provided evidence
  • SC2 application guidance for the Registered Manager, Responsible Individual and other relevant persons
  • Company annual reports/accounts, charitable objects or partnership agreement, where applicable (client-provided evidence)Where applicableClient-provided evidence
  • Application Review & Quality Assurance
  • Registration Readiness Review
  • Support Responding to Ofsted Requests for Further Information
  • Consultant Support Throughout Registration
  • Enhanced Operational Policy & Procedure Suite
  • Operational Documentation Pack
  • Children's Initial Assessment Documentation
  • Placement Planning Documentation
  • Care Planning Templates
  • Risk Assessment Framework
  • Incident & Safeguarding Documentation
  • Complaints & Children's Feedback Documentation
  • Staff Supervision & Appraisal Framework
  • Staff Training Framework
  • Service Improvement Plan Template
  • Operational Governance Tools
  • Pre-Opening Compliance Review
  • Launch Readiness Checklist
  • Final Operational Readiness Review
  • The documents required vary according to the type of Ofsted-regulated service. The list reflects children's-home registration requirements; for supported accommodation or another service within the agreed scope, the consultant confirms the relevant Ofsted application requirements for that service type.

Highest level of support

Ofsted Registration Premium

£5,995

VAT included

For providers wanting the complete Ofsted Launch package together with additional support preparing their Registered Manager and developing the business following registration.

Everything in Ofsted Launch, plus:

View complete inclusions
  • Initial Ofsted Registration Consultation
  • Service Model & Registration Scope Review
  • SC1 Application Support
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Children's Guide
  • Missing Child Policy
  • Positive Behaviour Support / Behaviour Management Policy
  • Safeguarding Policy
  • Prevention of Bullying Policy
  • Complaints Procedure
  • Location Assessment
  • Business Plan & Cashflow Forecast / Evidence of Financial Viability
  • Planning Permission evidence or confirmation of planning position (client-provided evidence)Client-provided evidence
  • Insurance Certificate or written confirmation that insurance will be provided (client-provided evidence)Client-provided evidence
  • SC2 application guidance for the Registered Manager, Responsible Individual and other relevant persons
  • Company annual reports/accounts, charitable objects or partnership agreement, where applicable (client-provided evidence)Where applicableClient-provided evidence
  • Application Review & Quality Assurance
  • Registration Readiness Review
  • Support Responding to Ofsted Requests for Further Information
  • Consultant Support Throughout Registration
  • Enhanced Operational Policy & Procedure Suite
  • Operational Documentation Pack
  • Children's Initial Assessment Documentation
  • Placement Planning Documentation
  • Care Planning Templates
  • Risk Assessment Framework
  • Incident & Safeguarding Documentation
  • Complaints & Children's Feedback Documentation
  • Staff Supervision & Appraisal Framework
  • Staff Training Framework
  • Service Improvement Plan Template
  • Operational Governance Tools
  • Pre-Opening Compliance Review
  • Launch Readiness Checklist
  • Final Operational Readiness Review
  • Registered Manager Interview Preparation
  • Mock RM Interview & Feedback
  • One-to-One Leadership Preparation Session
  • Business Development Strategy Session
  • Referral & Placement Pathway Guidance
  • Commissioner Engagement Guidance
  • Post-Registration Business Development Action Plan
  • Priority Consultant Support During Registration
  • The documents required vary according to the type of Ofsted-regulated service. The list reflects children's-home registration requirements; for supported accommodation or another service within the agreed scope, the consultant confirms the relevant Ofsted application requirements for that service type.
Non-Regulated Service Setup

For providers establishing a care or support service that does not currently require registration for a regulated activity.

Non-Regulated Service Setup

£2,000

VAT included

For providers establishing a care or support service that does not currently require registration for a regulated activity.

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  • Initial Service Setup Consultation
  • Service Model & Scope Review
  • Bespoke Business Plan
  • Service Statement / Service Overview
  • Core Policy & Procedure Suite
  • Safeguarding Policy
  • Complaints Policy
  • Incident & Accident Reporting Procedure
  • Recruitment & Safer Recruitment Guidance
  • Staff Training Framework
  • Risk Management Framework
  • Quality Assurance & Governance Framework
  • Initial Assessment Template
  • Support Planning Documentation
  • Service Launch Checklist
  • Operational Readiness Review
  • Consultant Support During Setup
  • This package is designed for services operating outside regulated activities. We will review the proposed service model and scope at the beginning of the project to help establish the appropriate regulatory pathway.
  • This package is designed for services operating outside regulated activities. We will review the proposed service model and scope at the beginning of the project to help establish the appropriate regulatory pathway.
Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) — Wales

Discuss your proposed Welsh care service and registration support needs with us. CIW support is enquiry-led; package scope and applicable terms are confirmed for your service rather than taken from another regulator’s packages.

Flexible Ways to Pay

Start your registration journey without having to pay the full package cost upfront. Discuss the payment options applicable to your selected registration package.

80/20 Staged Payment Plan
Pay 80% when your project begins, with the remaining 20% due at the agreed completion stage.
Klarna
Spread the cost using Klarna, subject to availability, approval and eligibility.
Business Finance
Business finance options may also be available, subject to availability, approval and eligibility.

Choose your package. Discuss the payment option that works for you. Start your registration journey with Team Care Compliance.

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How we work

  1. Step 1

    Confirm the pathway

    Review the proposed service model, regulator, scope and service type.

  2. Step 2

    Build the application or setup pack

    Prepare the agreed documents, evidence and operational foundations for the selected pathway.

  3. Step 3

    Review readiness

    Quality-assure the application, leadership preparation and operational readiness before the next stage.

  4. Step 4

    Respond and progress

    Provide consultant support through the agreed registration or setup process and requests for further information.

Registration specialists

Most Asked Registration Questions

How long does registration take?
Timescales vary depending on the regulator, service type and complexity of the application. We make sure your application is professionally prepared and support you throughout the agreed registration process, including responding to requests for further information. We do not promise a fixed registration timescale.
Do you complete the registration application for me?
Yes. Depending on your chosen package, your dedicated consultant will support you with the application, Statement of Purpose, business plan, financial viability, policies and other required supporting documentation.
I'm completely new to care — can you still help me?
Absolutely. Many of our clients are first-time providers. Launch is designed for people starting from the beginning and can include registration, website, logo, branding and a marketing brochure, subject to the regulator-specific package and its agreed inclusions.
Which registration package is right for me?
Foundation is ideal if you already have your business foundations in place and mainly need professional registration support. Launch is designed for new providers who also need their branding and website. For CQC providers requiring more extensive strategic, governance and business development support, Premium provides our highest level of support. Package inclusions differ by regulator.
Will I have my own consultant?
Yes. You'll have a dedicated regulatory specialist who understands your service and regulator and supports you throughout the agreed registration journey.
Can you help me find a Registered Manager?
Yes. Registered Manager recruitment and appointment support is available as an additional service. We can also provide mentoring and interview preparation for Registered Managers, Nominated Individuals and Responsible Individuals.
What happens if the regulator asks for more information?
We don't disappear once your application is submitted. Registration support includes regulator queries, requests for further information and application amendments within the agreed scope of your package.
Do you guarantee that my registration will be approved?
No consultancy can guarantee a regulator's decision. We provide professional, specialist support to prepare your application and supporting evidence to the required standard and help you navigate the registration process; the registration decision remains with the regulator.
Can I spread the cost of my package?
Yes. We offer an 80/20 staged payment plan: 80% when your project begins and 20% at the agreed completion stage. Klarna and business finance options may also be available, subject to availability, approval and eligibility. Discuss the options applicable to your selected package with us.
Do you support CQC, Ofsted, Scotland and Wales?
Yes. We provide specialist regulatory support across CQC in England, Ofsted, the Care Inspectorate in Scotland and Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW), as well as support with appropriate non-regulated service setup. CIW support is enquiry-led. We assess the proposed service model and scope at project start to help establish the appropriate regulatory pathway.