Registered Care Manager

Sense; Cowley; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization in the UK is seeking a Registered Care Manager to lead a team and support individuals with learning disabilities. This permanent role requires strong leadership and a commitment to high-quality care. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care and experience in a similar environment. The position offers a salary of £38,895 per annum, flexible working, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

24 days holiday + bank holiday entitlement

Free DBS Check

Access to training programs

Flexible working policies

Health and well-being support

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of CQC and REACH standards.
• Must manage a large staff team effectively.
• Ability to provide high-quality service to individuals with sensory impairments.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to reach their full potential.
• Manage staff and maintain positive relationships with families.
• Deliver person-centred support.

Skills

Right to work in the UK

Good knowledge of legislation underpinning Health and Social care

Knowledge of residential and supported living services

Experience leading a team through change

Knowledge of person-centred support

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Willingness to undertake Level 5 qualification

Job description

Registered Care Manager

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Advance your career in Care!

We have a fantastic Registered Care Manager (RCM) opportunity within our service in Exeter. This is a permanent contract, working 37.5 hours per week. We are offering a salary of £38,895 per annum. Hours are worked flexibly to meet the needs of those we support, their team and the service. Please call the Hiring Manager Rachael Robb (07557026913) to discuss hours.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join the management team who enjoys a fast‑paced environment. As a Registered Care Manager, you will be managing a large staff team comprising a Deputy Manager, Team Leaders and Support Workers.

There are two flats in one building located in Exeter City Centre (Flat 1 and Flat 2). Each flat accommodates four residents, all adults with a Learning Disability and a single or dual sensory impairment. Sense supports 8 adults with a single or dual sensory impairment; all have a Learning Disability and two individuals have significant physical disabilities.

This opportunity has become available due to the promotion of the current RCM. The role is ideal for any potential applicant looking for a new and exciting diverse RCM role and for developing their career further. Sense offers a wide range of support to enable you to progress. Ideally the successful candidate would be able to join us in July 2025 to allow a handover with the current RCM, though an August 2025 start date is also acceptable with a full induction by the Operations Manager.

Sense supports the residents in developing new skills and increasing their independence. They enjoy friendships and relationships outside the service and participate in clubs and groups such as attending Exeter City football games, gym, sensory tennis, athletics, theatre, and holidays. Local attractions include Exeter Quay and various nature walks.

As RCM you will continue to facilitate opportunities for the residents to be active members of their local community. You will listen to what people we support want, coach the team and ensure Sense continues to help them reach their goals and aspirations. Maintaining positive relationships with families, circles of support, and multi‑disciplinary teams is essential. This role offers the opportunity to build a strong staff team while embedding person‑centred support to achieve the best outcomes for our residents and the team as a whole.

The RCM at Andlaw House will be rewarding and present challenges. The diversity of the service will build your skill, knowledge and experience for any manager, providing a wealth of learning, variety and job satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals/groups within their home and community to reach their full potential.
• Provide a customised, responsive, and high‑quality service to people with sensory impairments and learning disabilities who use Sense services.
• Deliver services that meet or exceed organisational expectations and standards.

Your duties can also include:

• Managing a staff team of a Deputy Manager, Team Leaders and Support Workers.
• Maintaining positive relationships with families, circles of support and multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Embedding person‑centred support to achieve best outcomes for residents and staff.

Required Skills & Experience

• Right to work in the UK.
• Good knowledge of legislation underpinning Health and Social care.
• Good knowledge of CQC.
• Knowledge of residential and supported living services.
• Knowledge of person‑centred support and how to deliver outstanding support.
• Experience leading a team through change.
• Knowledge of the REACH standards.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (minimum) with willingness to undertake a Level 5 qualification.

Full person specification is attached below.

Benefits

• £38,895 per annum (salary).
• 24 days holiday + bank holiday entitlement, increasing with length of service.
• Free DBS Check.
• Access to over 100 online and face‑to‑face training including the care certificate.
• Ongoing development opportunities.
• Flexible working and family‑friendly policies.
• Employee referral scheme.
• Health and well‑being support.
• Pension scheme.
• Discount scheme.
• Wisdom App – free access for all employees to mindfulness application.

Why work for Sense?

We believe that every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world. We use our knowledge and expertise to deliver personalised, creative, and flexible support at every stage of life. Sense is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader.

Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.

Quote from Henry Cole, RCM Southwest Supported Living

"I have been working for Sense since the start of 2023 and have enjoyed every moment. Although there have been some challenging moments there is an amazing support network around me. The biggest thing that I enjoy working for Sense is the recognition of the work I do and the opportunities I am presented with which helps my personal growth. This helps me to be able to manage a staff team to provide the best support possible to the most incredible individuals. Within the Southwest and Wales team we have good collaborative working with good peer to peer support which for me as a manager has been invaluable. I have worked in care and support for 14 years and Sense is by far the best organisation I have worked for. The culture throughout the organisation is valued base and thats helped me to feel empowered and confident to be the best I can be and provide the best support possible."

To apply

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Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the post at any time.

No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.

Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to an enhanced DBS check.