Registered Care Manager - Bedford

Nightingale Hammerson; Bedford; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Bedford is looking for a Registered Manager to oversee day-to-day operations at a residential care home. Responsibilities include ensuring high-quality, person-centred care, managing compliance, budgets, and fostering strong relationships with residents and families. Applicants should have proven management experience and a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Flexible Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme

Dedicated learning & development programmes

Free training to achieve qualifications in Social Care

Access to free online training courses

Stakeholder Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience managing CQC regulated services.
• Ability to mentor staff and drive quality improvements.
• Passion for safeguarding vulnerable adults.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct the day-to-day management of the home.
• Ensure high-quality care in line with CQC standards.
• Manage budgets, health & safety, and compliance.

Skills

Proven experience managing a residential care service

Strong knowledge of CQC frameworks and quality assurance

Excellent communication skills

Compassionate leadership style

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care

Job description

Registered Manager – Bedford

Residential Care | Adults with Autism, Mental Health & Learning Disabilities
Salary: £33,540 per annum | Permanent | Full-time

Why Join CareTech?

• 20 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Flexible Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Dedicated learning & development programmes
• Free training to achieve qualifications in Social Care
• Access to free online training courses across multiple topics
• DBS check paid before you start
• Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £250 per referral
• Stakeholder Pension
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual Employee Awards Evening & recognition schemes
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• CareTech Foundation grants for family & friends

Your Role

• Lead and direct the day-to-day management of the home.
• Ensure high-quality, person-centred care in line with CQC standards.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop staff to deliver best practice.
• Oversee dynamic support plans tailored to each resident’s needs and aspirations.
• Manage budgets, health & safety, and compliance requirements.
• Build strong relationships with residents, families, and external agencies.
• Drive quality improvement and service development.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience managing a residential care service.
• Strong knowledge of CQC frameworks and quality assurance.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or willingness to achieve).
• Resilient, compassionate leadership style with excellent communication skills.
• Passion for supporting vulnerable adults and achieving high safeguarding standards.

About CareTech

Established in 1993, CareTech Community Services operates over 250 services nationwide, supporting people with autism, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, and complex needs. We are committed to delivering the highest standards of care and creating opportunities for independence.

All applicants will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS checks. CareTech is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. Some roles may require male or female applicants only, in line with the Equality Act 2010

Salary / Benefits: From £33,540 per year