Registered Respite Manager

Mirus Wales; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Paid travel 45p per mile

Job summary

Mirus Wales is seeking a temporary Registered Manager to lead our Respite services in Cardiff. You will drive person-centered support for adults with learning disabilities and oversee a dynamic team.

The role requires extensive leadership experience, budget oversight, and strong regulatory knowledge. The position offers a funded development path, supportive culture, and a comprehensive benefits package, with a 10-month duration.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in person-centered services for adults with learning disabilities.
• 5+ years' experience managing people and services.
• Experience managing budgets and reporting on financial performance.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• QCF 5 / Registered Managers Award or equivalent in Health & Social Care.
• Registered as a Social Care Manager with Social Care Wales.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Fully funded and supported qualification–QCF.
• 20 days Annual Leave, plus Bank Holidays (increase after 12 months).
• Pension Scheme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Paid work-related travel at 45p per mile between services.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the delivery of high-quality respite services in line with values and regulatory standards.
• Develop and motivate staff teams, ensuring services meet quality, contractual, and legislative requirements.
• Manage service budgets, contracts, and deliver against key objectives.
• Promote a positive culture of Health, Safety, and Wellbeing.
• Support geographically dispersed teams and act as a role model for good practice.
• Ensure effective risk management, compliance, and business continuity planning.
• Provide strong leadership, supervision, and support to direct reports.
• Oversee recruitment, induction, and ongoing development of staff.
• Lead on quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Staff development

Budget management

Regulatory knowledge

Education

QCF 5 / Registered Managers Award

Social Care Wales registration

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a temporary Registered Manager to join our dedicated team in Respite in Cardiff.

You will need to hold a full UK driving license for this role.

About Mirus:

For 40 years, we haveprovidedsupportsopeoplecando the things they love, achieve their goals, and live good lives- always with voice, choice, and control.

We support people with learning disabilities, mental ill-health, and autistic people. Our services are shaped by the people who use them – we listento andvalue eachperson's unique voice and experiences,creatingan environment where everyone feels heard and understood.

We know that people have better lives when they feel part of their community – and the community benefits too!That'swhy we work with others to build networks that encourage people to explore opportunities, discover new interests, develop relationships, and enhance their independence.

Everything we do is guided by our values: Together, Respectful, Responsible, Empowering, and Courageous.

About the Role

Mirus is seeking an experienced and dynamic Respite Registered Manager temporary up to 10-month. You will lead our Respite & CCX Registered Services, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, person-centered support for adults with learning disabilities. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a values-driven organisation and make a real difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the delivery of consistent, high-quality respite services in line with Mirus values and regulatory standards.
• Develop and motivate staff teams, ensuring services meet quality, contractual, and legislative requirements.
• Manage service budgets, contracts, and deliver against key objectives.
• Promote a positive culture of Health, Safety, and Wellbeing.
• Support geographically dispersed teams and act as a role model for good practice.
• Ensure effective risk management, compliance, and business continuity planning.
• Provide strong leadership, supervision, and support to direct reports.
• Oversee recruitment, induction, and ongoing development of staff.
• Lead on quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

• At least 5 years' experience working in person-centered services for adults with learning disabilities.
• At least 5 years' experience managing people and services.
• Experience managing budgets and reporting on financial performance.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• QCF 5 / Registered Managers Award or equivalent in Health & Social Care.
• Registered as a Social Care Manager with Social Care Wales.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to inspire teams, manage performance, and drive service improvement.
• Fully funded and supported qualification–QCF.
• Full training programme and opportunities for development and promotion.
• 20 days' Annual Leave, plus Bank Holidays (Your annual holiday entitlement increases by 1 day a yearon the first full month after your 12 months service to maximum of 29).
• Pension Scheme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Paid work-related travel at 45p per mile between services.