Registered Manager

Priory; Folkestone and Hythe District; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

PMI cover - individual

Flexible benefits: gym membership, IT,

Access to development opportunities

Sponsorship of IPD qualifications

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Relocation support up to £3000

Job summary

Priory Westview in Folkestone, Kent, seeks a senior management lead to run the residential care home for six males with learning disabilities. You’ll steer a compassionate team, delivering personalised support to help residents build confidence, life skills and independence.

The role focuses on strong governance, regulatory compliance, budget management and service improvement, with development opportunities across leadership and clinical paths.

Qualifications

• Level 5 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent).
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
• Previous experience in a managerial role within a similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory standards and quality assurance.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Flexibility and ability to inspire others.

Responsibilities

• Lead the home with warmth, professionalism, and strong leadership.
• Manage budgets, resources, and operational processes.
• Ensure the home meets legal, statutory, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee documentation, nursing records, and care plans.
• Develop your team through training, motivation, and support.
• Innovate and continually improve person-centred care.

Skills

Team leadership

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Staff development

Communication skills

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Health & Social Care

Job description

Department: Senior Management and Leadership

Department: Senior Management and Leadership

Location: Westview

Westview is located in Folkestone, in Kent. It offers residential support for six males with a learning disability, who may also be autistic or have Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS). We are off a main road, near the town centre. Our team are dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of the people we support, helping them to achieve positive outcomes. We want to help each person we care for to have a healthy, happy and independent life, within a safe and welcoming home.

What you'll be doing

You’ll lead a compassionate and dedicated team committed to delivering outstanding care. With a strong focus on personalised support and proven approaches, you’ll help residents build confidence, develop life skills, and achieve meaningful outcomes.

• Lead the home with warmth, professionalism, and strong leadership, fostering a culture of care, respect, and inclusion.
• Manage budgets, resources, and operational processes to maintain high standards and achieve service success.
• Ensure the home meets all legal, statutory, and regulatory requirements, including CQC standards, health & safety, and licensing.
• Oversee documentation, nursing records, and care plans, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and best practice.
• Develop your team through training, motivation, and support, promoting professional growth and high-quality care.
• Innovate and continually improve the services we provide, delivering person-centred care that truly makes a difference.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

• You must hold a Level 5 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent), or be working towards it
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
• Previous experience in a managerial role within a similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory standards and quality assurance.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Flexibility, a "can-do" attitude, and the ability to inspire others.

This position is a leadership role at Priory and during the interview process we will be assessing candidates against our leadership behaviours. These are a set of ten values driven behaviours that define great leadership at Priory. They are integral to driving a positive high performing culture where we strive to deliver the best care and outcomes for the people we support. You can find out more about our interview approach and our leadership behaviours here.

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
• Relocation support (including payment for accommodation or moving costs) up to £3000 (Terms apply)

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