Interim Manager

Amber Mace; Stalybridge; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care service provider seeks an Interim Registered Manager for a residential care home in Stalybridge for an initial 6-month term. The role involves ensuring regulatory compliance, providing high standards of care, and leading staff teams. Ideal candidates must have NVQ Level 5 in Health & Social Care and prior experience as a CQC Registered Manager. This is a full-time position offering a salary of £50,000 per annum (pro rata).

Benefits

Competitive salary

Support from senior management during the interim period

Opportunity to make a real impact

Qualifications

• Must hold NVQ Level 5 in Health & Social Care.
• Previous experience as a CQC Registered Manager required.
• Proven experience managing residential care homes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure regulatory compliance with CQC requirements.
• Provide leadership in daily operational management.
• Oversee quality of care delivered in the home.
• Manage staffing levels and talent acquisition.
• Maintain accurate records and policies.

Skills

Leadership and management

Knowledge of CQC regulations

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Ability to implement improvements

Education

NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care

Job description

Job Title: Interim Registered Manager - Residential Care Home
Location: Stalybridge
Contract: Temporary / Interim - 6 months
Salary: £50,000 per annum (pro rata)
Hours: Full-time

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Interim Registered Manager to lead a residential care home in Stalybridge for an initial 6-month period. This role is ideal for a confident and capable leader who can ensure regulatory compliance, maintain high standards of care, and provide stability during a transitional period. The successful candidate must hold NVQ Level 5 in Health & Social Care and have previous experience as a CQC Registered Manager within a residential care setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the Registered Manager with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and ensure ongoing compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Provide strong leadership and day‑to‑day operational management of the care home
• Maintain and improve the quality of care delivered, ensuring person‑centred practices are embedded throughout the service
• Lead, support, and manage staff teams, including supervision, appraisals, and performance management
• Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed and concerns are appropriately managed
• Oversee staffing levels, rota management, and recruitment where required
• Manage audits, inspections, and action plans, responding effectively to any regulatory feedback
• Maintain accurate records, policies, and procedures in line with legislation and best practice
• Work closely with senior management, external professionals, residents, and families

Essential Requirements

• NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
• Previously registered with the CQC as a Registered Manager
• Proven experience managing a residential care home
• Strong knowledge of CQC regulations, safeguarding, and quality frameworks
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Ability to quickly assess services and implement improvements where needed

Desirable

• Experience working in interim or turnaround roles
• Strong inspection history with CQC

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £50,000 per annum (pro rata)
• Opportunity to make a real impact within a short‑term leadership role
• Support from senior management during the interim period

For more information about the role, please call Rory on (phone number removed) or send your CV and a Cover Letter to (url removed)