Registered Manager

Priory Group; Cilfynydd; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

PMI cover - individual

Flexible benefits including gym access

Development opportunities

IPD sponsorship for qualifications

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory Daffodil House in Pontypridd, South Wales, is seeking a Registered Manager to lead a 9-bed residential service for adults 18–65 on the autistic spectrum with complex needs. This is a full-time role (40 hours per week) offering a positive, development-focused environment.

You will oversee care, lead a dedicated team, implement individual care plans, and drive continuous improvement while upholding dignity, safety and well-being within a supportive setting. Salary £45,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Holds a Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
• Experience supporting individuals with autism (essential).
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
• Motivated to drive positive outcomes and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the service, ensuring high standards of care and compliance.
• Lead, inspire, and develop your team to deliver outstanding support.
• Support the assessment and implementation of individual care plans.
• Promote a culture of dignity, respect, and wellbeing for all residents.
• Ensure a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.
• Play a key role in shaping and growing this newly opened service.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

People management

Empathy

Problem solving

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

Registered Manager

Application Deadline: 31 December 2026

Department: Senior Management and Leadership

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Daffodil House

Compensation: £45,000 / year

Description

Daffodil House is looking for a passionate and experienced Registered Manager to lead our service on a full-time basis (40 hours per week).

Priory Daffodil House is a 9-bed residential service in Pontypridd, South Wales, supporting adults aged 18–65 who are on the autistic spectrum and may present with complex needs. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and develop a service from the ground up, making a real and lasting impact on the lives of the people we support.

Our goal is to empower residents to set, work towards, and achieve meaningful life goals—enabling them to live enriched, independent, and fulfilling lives in a safe and supportive environment.

What you'll be doing

You’ll lead a compassionate and dedicated team that is committed to delivering exceptional, person-centred care. Using a tailored approach and proven support methods, you’ll help residents build confidence, develop independence, and move forward with their lives.

As Registered Manager, you will:

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the service, ensuring high standards of care and compliance
• Lead, inspire, and develop your team to deliver outstanding support
• Support the assessment and implementation of individual care plans
• Promote a culture of dignity, respect, and wellbeing for all residents
• Ensure a safe, structured, and nurturing environment
• Play a key role in shaping and growing this newly opened service

What you'll bring to the role

This role is both rewarding and challenging, so resilience, leadership, and a proactive approach are essential. Your empathy and dedication will help you support both residents and your team through every step of their journey.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Holds a Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care (or equivalent), or is actively working towards it
• Has experience supporting individuals with autism (essential)
• Brings strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Is passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care
• Is motivated to drive positive outcomes and continuous improvement

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Contributory pension scheme
• PMI cover - individual
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.