Registered Manager

Priory Group; Poole; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

PMI cover - individual

Flexible benefits: gym membership, IT,

Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health)

Development opportunities

IPD sponsorship

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory Group is seeking a Registered Manager for Coral House, near Poole, to take overall responsibility for the home, including budgets, quality and compliance, delivering outstanding care. You will lead a compassionate team to support residents with diverse needs, ensuring person-centred care and meaningful activities.

You will oversee daily operations, implement care plans, and collaborate with stakeholders to achieve excellent outcomes while upholding Priory’s leadership behaviours and

Qualifications

• Level 5 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) is required or in progress.
• Leadership behaviours assessed in interview (ten values driven behaviours).
• Interview approach details leadership behaviours and expectations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the home with high care standards and compliance.
• Lead, support and develop a team to deliver person-centred care.
• Support assessment and implementation of individual care plans.
• Ensure a safe, positive and nurturing environment for residents.
• Promote dignity, wellbeing and independence in all aspects of care.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to achieve optimal outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)

Job description

Registered Manager

Application Deadline: 31 October 2026

Department: Senior Management and Leadership

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Coral House

Compensation: £37,750 / year

Description

As the CQC Registered Manager at Priory, you will take overall responsibility for the home, overseeing all areas including budgets, quality, compliance, and the delivery of outstanding care. You will support and inspire your team to ensure residents receive the highest standards of care, helping them achieve their goals, develop skills, gain confidence, and engage in meaningful activities within the community.

Coral House is located between Poole and Bournemouth on the south coast of Dorset. Our home offers residential support for seven males and females with a variety of needs. This includes people on the autism spectrum, individuals with a learning disability, and those who have a physical disability and/or dementia.

We are located in a quiet suburb, close to beautiful beaches and great coastal walks. Our team are dedicated to working with integrity, ensuring that the people we care for are at the very heart of what we do. We work positively towards achieving people’s hopes and aspirations, striving for excellence in all that we do.

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.

As Registered Manager, you will:

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring high standards of care and compliance
• Lead, support, and develop your team to deliver person-centred care
• Support the assessment and implementation of individual care plans
• Ensure a safe, positive, and nurturing environment for residents
• Promote dignity, wellbeing, and independence in all aspects of care
• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve the best outcomes

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you’ll bring to the role

Essential for the role

You must hold a Level 5 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent), or be working towards it

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

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