Registered Manager (RMN/RGN)

EQ Care Group; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday half-day off

Blue Light Card

25 days leave

Salary advance

Pension scheme

Learning & Development

Team rewards

Free meals

Tax review service

Refer a friend bonus

Job summary

EQ Care Group invites a Registered Manager (RMN/RGN) to lead Alder Lodge, a forward-thinking care home opening in 2027. You will drive heart-centred nursing, a values-led culture and strong community ties in Bishops Waltham.

This role combines leadership, regulatory stewardship and occupancy growth to deliver exceptional resident outcomes. You will manage budgets and relationships with NHS and social care partners, ensuring best-in-class care and a thriving, person-centred home for residents and

Qualifications

• Current Registered Manager experience within nursing and/or dementia care homes.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of CQC regulations and regulatory requirements.
• Experience of managing budgets, occupancy and the commercial aspects of a care home.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, emotionally intelligent and passionate about improving lives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the opening and development of Alder Lodge.
• Provide visible, inspirational leadership to the team.
• Create an inclusive, values-led culture.
• Ensure high standards of heart-centred nursing and dementia care.
• Maintain CQC compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Lead regulatory processes and inspections.
• Build relationships with residents, families and the community.
• Drive occupancy and achieve budgeted targets.
• Recruit, develop and retain an exceptional team.

Skills

Registered Manager experience

CQC regulations knowledge

Budget & occupancy management

Leadership & people skills

Job description

Registered Manager (Heart-Centred Leader) RMN/RGN

up to £80,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

40 hours per week

Alder Lodge, Hague Road, Bishops Waltham, Southampton, SO32 1TQ

Role Overview

How would you feel about leading the most forward-thinking care model? Our homes are split into smaller households of between 9 and 12 people (typically), each household is self-contained, enabling all the activities of daily living, including cooking, to be carried out in that space. The way you lead this home will be different, are you ready to level up?

The Registered Manager will be responsible for creating a culture where people who live at Alder Lodge are at the heart of every decision, families feel listened to and supported, and team members are proud to work. You will lead from the front, build strong relationships within the local community and you will need to share our heart-centred approach to care and our belief that people should be live their best lives, it’s their way, every day!

Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead the opening and operational development of Alder Lodge.
• Provide strong, visible and inspirational leadership to the entire team.
• Create and maintain a positive, inclusive and values-led culture.
• Ensure the highest standards of heart-centred nursing and dementia care are delivered consistently.
• Maintain full compliance with CQC regulations and all relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
• Lead the home through CQC registration, inspection and ongoing regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain excellent relationships with people living at Alder Lodge, families, professionals and the local community.
• Drive occupancy and ensure the home achieves its budgeted occupancy and financial targets.
• Build strong relationships with NHS teams, social services, hospitals, GPs, community teams and other referral partners.
• Recruit, develop and retain an exceptional team who share EQ Care's values.
• Ensure Alder Lodge becomes a recognised and respected part of the Bishops Waltham community.

Skills, Qualifications and Abilities

• Current Registered Manager experience within nursing and/or dementia care homes.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of CQC regulations and regulatory requirements.
• Experience of managing budgets, occupancy and the commercial aspects of a care home.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in IT, including Microsoft Office and internal applications, with the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Above all, you will be compassionate, emotionally intelligent and genuinely passionate about improving people's lives.

The Care Home and The Company

Alder Lodge is to open at the beginning of 2027. Our newly built 66-bed nursing and dementia specialist care home, is in the heart of Bishops Waltham combines modern comfort with classic charm, offering a welcoming home for people who need care & support. With spacious en-suite bedrooms, spectacular communal areas, and beautiful gardens, Alder Lodge is a place to live well and thrive. We are looking for people to join our heart-centred team who will provide exceptional, personalised care, ensuring everyone feels valued, supported, and at home at Alder Lodge.

To find out more information about EQ Care, please visit our website: www.eqcare.org

Benefits of working at EQ Care

• ½ day off for your birthday – start your celebrations early!
• Blue Light Discount Card – access exclusive savings and offers.
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays – enjoy a healthy work-life balance.
• Salary advance scheme (Level) – access earned pay when you need it.
• Contributory pension – helping you plan for your future.
• Dedicated Learning & Development – continuous training and career growth opportunities.
• Team member rewards – recognising and celebrating your hard work.
• Free meals on shift – enjoy a meal on us while you work.
• Free tax review service – making sure you keep more of what you earn.
• Refer a friend scheme – earn up to £500 for successful referrals! (Terms apply)

Please note: If you are not a UK resident, you will need to be able to provide a valid right to work. We cannot provide sponsorship.

This job description may differ as new information technology, policies and contractual agreements change, and we reserve the right to vary duties without notice