Registered Manager

Ad Warrior Ltd; Aberystwyth; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive

Relocation package

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Learning and development opportunities

Hybrid working opportunities

Flexi-time scheme

Job summary

Ad Warrior Ltd in Aberystwyth is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead Hafan y Waun Residential Care Home, a 90-bed service in Ceredigion. The role combines strategic and operational leadership to drive continuous improvement, strengthen partnerships with health boards, and deliver outstanding resident care.

The successful candidate will work 37 hours per week on a permanent contract, with a salary of £51,665 to £53,817, plus a market salary package including relocation incentives

Qualifications

• Substantial experience managing a residential care setting.
• Level 5 qualifications (as referenced in the posting).

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for Hafan y Waun Residential Care Home.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovative approaches to care.
• Strengthen partnership working with local health services and community.

Job description

Registered Manager – Hafan y Waun Residential Care Home

Location: Hafan y Waun, Aberystwyth

Salary: £51,665 - £53,817 *

Vacancy Type: 37 hours per week / Permanent

*All salary values are pro-rata.

Closing date: 25/10/2026

Ready to help shape the future of residential care in Ceredigion?

We are seeking an experienced and ambitious Registered Manager to lead Hafan y Waun Residential Care Home in Aberystwyth, Ceredigion's largest residential care home, with 90 registered places.

Recent Care Inspectorate Wales inspections recognised Hafan y Waun as a well performing service, rating all areas as Good and highlighting the quality of care provided, the commitment of the workforce, and the positive experiences of residents and their families. Building on these strong foundations, we are looking for a leader who can further enhance the quality of care, strengthen partnership working and help establish Hafan y Waun as a sector leading residential care home.

This is a unique opportunity to provide strategic and operational leadership in Ceredigion's largest residential care home. Working closely with colleagues across social care, health and the wider community, you will drive continuous improvement, develop innovative approaches to care, strengthen partnership working with the local health board and ensure outstanding outcomes for residents.

As part of our commitment to securing outstanding leadership for Hafan y Waun and supporting our ambition to establish the home as a sector leading service, the successful candidate will benefit from:

• £5,000 one off Recruitment Incentive
• Up to £8,000 Relocation Package (subject to eligibility criteria)

If you are passionate about nurturing and leading high performing teams, delivering exceptional care and shaping the next chapter of an ambitious service, we would love to hear from you.

Why join Team Ceredigion?

Alongside a competitive salary, we will offer the successful candidate:

• Local Government Pension Scheme and Additional Voluntary Contribution Scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Extensive learning and development opportunities
• hybrid working opportunities where service needs allow
• Access to our Flexi-time scheme
• The opportunity to lead the next phase of development of Ceredigion's largest residential care homes

We believe work life balance is important and are committed to supporting our employees to thrive both professionally and personally.

If you have substantial experience managing a residential care setting, hold relevant Level 5 qualifications and are committed to delivering high quality, person centred services, we would welcome your application.

The advertised salary is inclusive of a market forces supplement of £4,000.

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case-by-case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.