Senior Care Service Manager – CQC Regulated

HTR Care Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time position

Salary of £38,000 – £40,000 per annum

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Job summary

HTR Care Recruitment presents an exciting opportunity for a Registered/Operations Manager to lead a specialist respite service in a CQC-regulated setting. You will ensure compliance with CQC standards, safeguarding and robust governance while guiding staff across care, coordination and transport functions.

The role emphasizes audits, quality assurance and continuous service improvement within a busy adult social care environment, offering senior leadership with long-term impact.

Qualifications

• CQC management experience is essential.
• Level 5 qualification or working towards Level 4/5.
• Adult social care experience required.
• Previous senior care management experience (Registered/Deputy/Operations/Service Manager or similar).
• Strong knowledge of CQC regulations, inspections, quality statements, safeguarding and care compliance.

Responsibilities

• Act as the CQC Registered Manager for a specialist respite service and ensure compliance with CQC regulations and the Health and Social Care Act.
• Lead audits, quality assurance, risk management, care planning and safeguarding standards.
• Oversee daily operations of respite care, day care and related services to ensure person-centred, safe and high-quality care.
• Coordinate client transport, working with coordinators, drivers, and senior staff for smooth service delivery.
• Lead staff teams, provide supervision and coaching to promote a professional working culture.
• Maintain accurate records using care management systems and report on staffing, occupancy, compliance and service performance.

Skills

CQC management

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

People management

Audits & governance

Education

Level 5 (or working towards 4/5)

Tools

Care management systems

Job description

HTR Care Recruitment presents an exciting opportunity for a Registered/Operations Manager to lead a specialist respite service in a CQC-regulated setting. You will ensure compliance with CQC standards, safeguarding and robust governance while guiding staff across care, coordination and transport functions.

The role emphasizes audits, quality assurance and continuous service improvement within a busy adult social care environment, offering senior leadership with long-term impact.