Expert Support for CQC Compliance & Quality Care Delivery
With over 25 years of frontline and leadership experience in health and social care, we help providers meet regulatory standards, improve service quality, and confidently prepare for CQC inspections.
About Gail Wright
Founder & Lead Consultant – Independent Care Consultancy
Gail Wright (BA Hons) brings over two decades of hands-on and strategic experience in the UK care sector. A graduate of the University of Central Lancashire (2007), Gail has worked in a wide range of care settings since 2000, from frontline care to national leadership roles. Her deep understanding of CQC regulations and operational best practices is at the heart of every service Independent Care Consultancy offers.
Services We Offer
We support care providers across the UK with expert, practical guidance in:
Mock CQC Inspections
Simulated inspections with tailored action plans to ensure you're fully prepared
Compliance Audits
Comprehensive service reviews aligned with CQC standards and guidelines
Inspection Report
Professional support in responding to CQC findings clearly and effectively
Enforcement Action Support
Guidance through challenging regulatory processes and improvement plans
Action Plans for Compliance
Clear, actionable roadmaps to help you reach and maintain full compliance.
Elderly Care Advice for Families
Personalised advice on care packages, funding, and navigating services for older family members
Professional Experience
Gail’s experience spans all levels of care provision and management, including:
Carer Roles
Community care, psychiatric units, and elderly residential homes
Deputy Manager
Elderly care home
Assistant Area Manager
Community Meals for the Elderly
Registered Manager
National homecare provider (Wigan & Burton-on-Trent)
Service Manager
Children’s and adults’ services (learning disabilities – St Annes)
National Operations Manager
First UK hire for a new national homecare franchise
Independent Care Consultant
Founder of Independent Care Consultancy Ltd (2016 – Present)
Regulation 44 Visitor
Children’s homes – independent oversight
Interim Manager
Inspections and oversight for a national care home provider
Director
Co-owner of a vehicle repair garage and MOT station (since 2018)