Registered Manager - Sutton, Surrey

Lifeways Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real-time pay tracking via Stream

Matched pension scheme

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Lifeways Group is seeking a Registered Manager to take dual registration of two services in Sutton, supporting a total of 11 people. The role requires a confident, values-driven leader with a proven CQC track record of Good or Outstanding across all domains.

You will be supported by an Area Manager and have autonomy to lead in your own style. The role emphasizes high-quality, person-centred care and continuous service improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 in Health & Social Care with Level 5 desirable.
• Strong experience in operational and people management.
• Valid UK driver’s licence and willingness to travel locally.
• Passion for quality care and ability to lead by example.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Oversee the delivery of high-quality care and support for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, challenging behaviours, and physical disabilities, each with their own complex needs.
• Drive service improvements and quality standards.
• Build strong relationships with your team, families, and communities.

Skills

People management

Leadership

Operational management

Education

Level 3 Health & Social Care

Level 5 Health & Social Care (desirable)

Job description

Sector: complex learning and physical disabilities

Salary: Competitive salary plus Lifeways Group benefits

We are looking for a Registered Manager to take dual registration of 2 services in Sutton total of 11 people we support - we welcome applications from experienced CQC Registered Managers.

Both services are rated GOOD across all five CQC domains, reflecting the exceptional commitment and achievements of the team. We are seeking a confident, values-driven leader who can build on this strong foundation, maintain high standards, and continue driving service excellence.

You’ll be supported by a dedicated Area Manager while enjoying the autonomy to lead in your own style. This is an opportunity to inspire and develop your team, champion outstanding quality, and make a lasting difference to the lives of the people we support.

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.