Lead Residential Care Manager for CQC-Driven Excellence

Keystone Care; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone Care seeks an experienced Registered Manager to lead a North London residential service, driving quality improvements and ensuring alignment with CQC standards. The role requires strong leadership, staff development, and safeguarding focus.

You will oversee budgets, governance, and service delivery, while maintaining person-centred care, dignity, and respect for residents in a permanent setting.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a residential care service.
• NVQ Level 5 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
• Proficient in CQC regulation and compliance.
• Strong understanding of current social care legislation and Care Standards Act 2000.
• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the residential service to improve CQC standards and ensure high quality care delivery.
• Oversee operational care and support systems for positive resident outcomes.
• Monitor, audit and review services and take corrective actions.
• Provide coaching and line management to deputy and floor managers.
• Organise training needs and deliver training as required.
• Manage safeguarding, health and safety, and infection control standards.
• Coordinate resources and participate in development planning.
• Build relationships with CQC, Local Authorities and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Education

NVQ Level 5 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Keystone Care seeks an experienced Registered Manager to lead a North London residential service, driving quality improvements and ensuring alignment with CQC standards. The role requires strong leadership, staff development, and safeguarding focus.

You will oversee budgets, governance, and service delivery, while maintaining person-centred care, dignity, and respect for residents in a permanent setting.