Registered Manager

Caretech UK Ltd; Charing; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recommend A Friend Bonus

Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of BH

Free DBS Check

Blue Light Card

Stakeholder Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Employee Recognition Schemes

Ongoing training with progression to a

degree level qualifications

CareTech Foundation grant

Job summary

CareTech UK Ltd in Westwell Leacon, Charing, Ashford is seeking a Registered Manager to take full operational and regulatory responsibility for the Cosy Lodge service, leading a high-performing team to deliver safe, person-centred care.

You will drive quality and compliance, maintain full occupancy and financial stability, develop service cultures, and build partnerships with local authorities to support adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 5 in Leadership for Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
• Previous experience managing a residential care setting, ideally supporting individuals with learning disabilities.
• Strong understanding of CQC standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven leadership, financial and operational management skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure full occupancy and manage referral assessments.
• Lead on recruitment and resource management to minimise agency use.
• Tailor all services to meet the unique needs of each individual.
• Build and maintain relationships with local authorities and external partners.
• Drive gross margin and EBITDA targets and monitor financial performance.
• Embed person-centred care pathways and respond to complaints effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Financial management

Operational management

Education

NVQ Level 5 in Leadership for Health and Social Care

Job description

Registered Manager

Location: Westwell Leacon, Charing, Ashford

Salary: £32,000.00- £35,000.00 per annum

Permanent | Full-time | 37.5 hours per week

Please note: We may be unable to support applications where Home Office visa restrictions prevent candidates from meeting the full contractual hours or requirements of the role.

‘Extraordinary Days, Every Day’

At CareTech, we are committed to delivering Extraordinary Days, Every Day through high-quality, person-centred care. Our focus is on empowering independence, building confidence and life skills, and supporting people to live fulfilling lives in environments that best suit their needs.

We are recruiting for a Registered Manager to join our service in Westwell Leacon, providing care and support to adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs.

As the Registered Manager, you will have full operational and regulatory responsibility for the service. You will lead high-performing teams, drive quality and compliance, and ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and person-centred care at all times.

You will play a key role in developing positive service cultures, maintaining high standards, and ensuring excellent outcomes for the people we support.

About the Service – Cosy Lodge

Cosy Lodge is a care home which provides care and support for up to 7 people with learning disabilities or autistic spectrum disorder with additional physical disability needs.

The service is situated just off the A20 between Ashford and Charing and has on site parking.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Locality Manager, the Registered Manager will provide operational, commercial, and quality leadership at Yewdale Farm. You’ll play a key role in service delivery, regulatory compliance, people management, and business development.

You will ensure our service users receive high-quality, personalised care and support while maintaining the home’s full occupancy, financial stability, and staff performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Service Operations
  • Ensure full occupancy and manage referral assessments.
  • Lead on recruitment and resource management to minimise agency use.
  • Tailor all services to meet the unique needs of each individual.
• Commercial & Business Development
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with local authorities and external partners.
  • Collaborate with the Business Development team to grow the service organically.
• Financial Management
  • Lead on achieving gross margin and EBITDA targets.
  • Monitor financial performance, identifying and addressing variances proactively.
  • Communicate service changes to finance within 2 days.
• Quality & Compliance
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies, CQC regulations, and contractual obligations.
  • Embed person-centred care pathways across the service.
  • Respond to complaints effectively and uphold excellent customer service standards.
• Leadership & People Management
  • Provide strong, visible leadership to the team.
  • Manage performance, encourage development, and address underperformance as needed.
  • Conduct supervisions, disciplinary and appeal hearings appropriately.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Promote a culture of learning, quality improvement and service efficiency.
  • Stay informed on sector developments and legislative changes.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 5 in Leadership for Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
• Previous experience managing a residential care setting, ideally supporting individuals with learning disabilities.
• Strong understanding of CQC standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven leadership, financial and operational management skills.

What We Offer

• Recommend A Friend Bonus
• Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Free DBS Check
• Blue Light Card
• Stakeholder Pension
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual Employee Awards Evening
• Employee Recognition Schemes
• Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level
• CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grant

Our Values

• Friendly
• Positive
• Innovative
• Empowering
• Person-Centred

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