Registered Manager- Peterborough

Lifeway’s Group; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stream real-time pay tracking

supportive workplace culture

Matched contribution pension

Wellbeing resources

Discounts through CHOICE Rewards

Job summary

Lifeways Group is seeking a capable care leader for Haddon Court in Peterborough to oversee a team delivering person-centred care to people with learning disabilities, autism and physical disabilities.

You will drive quality and governance, support a team of care workers, and build strong links with families and the wider community while maintaining Good or Outstanding CQC ratings and inspiring excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care; Level 5 desirable.
• Strong operational and people management experience.
• Valid UK driver’s licence and willingness to travel locally.
• Passion for quality, person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Support, inspire and develop your team to deliver outstanding care.
• Oversee high-quality care for individuals with learning disabilities, autism and physical disabilities.
• Drive service improvements and quality standards.
• Build relationships with families and communities.

Skills

CQC knowledge

People management

Operational leadership

Driver's license

Quality-focused care

Education

Health & Social Care Level 3

Level 5 qualification desirable

Job description

Sector: Learning Disabilities, Autism and Physical Disabilities

Salary: Competitive salary plus bonus and Lifeways Group benefits

Haddon Court is focused on teaching people life skills, with the aim of people moving into the community and living independently. The main skills we teach people include meal preparation, medication, accessing services, handling bills and money, and helping people understand acceptable social behaviour. At Haddon Court, people choose how they spend their time. Trips to the coast, tourist attractions, Hunstanton and dog racing are favourites.

We’re looking for a leader who:

• Has a strong track record with Care Quality Commission (CQC), including achieving and maintaining Good or Outstanding ratings.
• Has experience improving or turning around services and embedding strong quality and governance.
• Is passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care for people with complex and profound learning and physical disabilities.
• Can lead, inspire, and develop a skilled care team to deliver exceptional support.
• Is committed to individualised care, dignity, independence, and meaningful outcomes for every person supported.

In This Role, You Will

• Support, inspire, and develop your team of support workers, team leaders and a deputy manager to deliver outstanding care and support within this purpose built care home.
• You will oversee the delivery of high-quality care and support for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, challenging behaviours, and physical disabilities, each with their own unique and complex needs.
• Drive service improvements and quality standards
• Build strong relationships with your team, families, and communities

You’ll lead with purpose, inspire your teams, and deliver the highest standards of care while shaping the future of services.

What You’ll Bring

• A minimum Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care with Level 5 being desirable (or working towards it)
• Strong experience in operational and people management
• A valid UK driver’s licence and willingness to travel locally
• A genuine passion for quality care — and the ability to lead by example

We’re looking for individuals who embody empathy, courage, honesty, equality, and passion. If that sounds like you, we’d love to welcome you to the team.

At Lifeways, You’ll Get

• Enjoy financial wellbeing tools with Stream — real-time pay tracking, savings features, and instant access to earned pay when you need it.
• A supportive, inclusive workplace culture
• Matched contribution company pension scheme
• Wellbeing resources and mental health support
• Reward and Recognition Schemes
• Discounts on shopping, tech, travel, and more through CHOICE Rewards

At Lifeways, you’re not just anyone . You’re a leader who can make a difference every single day.