Deputy Head of Care (registered manager)

Practicus Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Practicus Ltd seeks an experienced Deputy Head of Care to oversee operations in a complex care environment. This role is crucial for ensuring high-quality, person-centred care, compliant with regulatory standards. Successful candidates will have strong clinical leadership and proven experience in managing multi-disciplinary teams. The position is located on-site in Surrey, offering a competitive salary package.

Qualifications

• Active NMC Registration in good standing.
• Experience managing teams in complex care settings.
• Strong understanding of CQC regulations required.

Responsibilities

• Act as Registered Manager for the service.
• Oversee operations across all 7 houses.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Team management

Regulatory compliance

Education

NMC Registration

In-depth knowledge of CQC regulations

Job description

Practicus are seeking an experienced and NMC-registered professional to take on the Deputy Head of Care position, with Registered Manager responsibilities being a critical part of the role.This position supports a complex care environment spanning residential care, rehabilitation, and education.

About the Setting:

• 7 houses in total:

  • 4 Residential Houses (permanent residents who attend on-site school)

  • 3 Rehabilitation Houses

• Total capacity: 51 children (not always at full occupancy), each with their own room

• Each house has a Clinical Lead and a team of Care Staff

• The role directly line-manages 4 House Managers

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as Registered Manager for the site (CQC registration required)

• Provide operational oversight across all 7 houses

• Ensure high-quality, person-centred care aligned with regulatory standards

• Support and supervise House Managers in their operational and clinical leadership

• Work closely with the Head of Care to deliver consistent, safe, and effective services

• Maintain compliance with NMC standards and uphold best practice in safeguarding and governance

• Lead, mentor, and develop staff, fostering a supportive and accountable team culture

• Support Ofsted-related matters (experience in children's services/Ofsted-regulated settings is desirable, but not essential)

• Represent the service in professional meetings and regulatory inspections

• Collaborate with the school on-site to support integrated care and education

Essential Criteria:

• NMC Registration (active and in good standing)

• In-depth knowledge and experience of CQC regulations and Registered Manager responsibilities

• Strong clinical leadership experience

• Proven track record in managing multi-disciplinary teams within complex care or residential settings

• Enhanced DBS (adults and children barred list)

Desirable:

• Background in children's services or experience with Ofsted-regulated environments

Salary - Band 8a £60,085 - £66,901 - (dependent upon experience and inclusive of London weighting), FT on-site in Surrey.

Please contact me for more information if this is of interest and like to discuss further - [e-mail] / 07763 706479

Thanks

Raj

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