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Registered Manager - Older Peoples Residential
Location: Leeds
Client: Leeds City Council
Contract Type: Temporary (3 months)
Hours: Full-time – (09:00 – 17:00)
Salary: £31.22
About the Role
Leeds City Council is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead its SkILs Reablement and Active Recovery Service — a key component of the Leeds health and care system. The service supports adults recovering from illness or hospitalisation to regain their independence and avoid the need for long-term care. You will oversee a team of Assistant Managers and Community Support Supervisors, driving high-quality care delivery in line with regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership & Compliance

• Fulfil all duties required of a Registered Manager under the Health and Social Care Act 2008 and Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
• Manage day-to-day operations across residential, day, and community services
• Ensure compliance with CQC Essential Standards and maintain up-to-date policies, statements of purpose, and care documentation
• Manage complaints efficiently and ensure all customers’ rights are upheld

Care Quality & Person-Centred Practice

• Ensure all individuals receive needs-led assessments and personalised care plans
• Promote autonomy, dignity, cultural sensitivity, and inclusivity in all aspects of care
• Oversee safe medication management practices and adherence to safeguarding procedures
• Monitor and review care plans in collaboration with service users and carers

People & Resource Management

• Recruit and retain skilled staff in line with regulations
• Oversee staff rotas to ensure sufficient coverage, including on-call management support
• Deliver staff supervision, appraisals, and development in line with council policy
• Ensure the living environment meets health and safety and care quality standards

Strategic Development & Partnership Working

• Develop business operating plans in line with CQC and directorate strategies
• Work closely with commissioners and external partners to develop and respond to service needs
• Promote collaborative relationships with stakeholders across health and social care sectors

Governance & Reporting

• Manage complex budgets, financial controls, and cost centres
• Maintain all records as per council policy and statutory requirements
• Participate in quality assurance programmes and continuous improvement initiatives

About You
You are an empathetic and experienced leader with a deep understanding of older people’s residential care. You have a proven track record of managing services in complex and dynamic settings and are comfortable with regulatory compliance, staff development, and strategic planning.
You bring:

• Experience in intermediate care environments where decision-making and adaptability are crucial
• Knowledge of the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) and other statutory frameworks
• Confidence in preparing and presenting management reports to a range of stakeholders
• Commitment to workforce development and community partnership working

Essential Qualifications

• NVQ Level 4 in Health & Social Care or First Level Nursing qualification
  AND
• Management qualification at NVQ Level 4 or higher
• Eligibility to register with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) as a Registered Manager

Desirable Qualifications

• NVQ Level 5 in Management (or willingness to work toward it)
• Specialised qualification in older people’s mental health
• Education to degree level
• Previous CQC Registered Manager experience

Additional Information

• This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check
• Applicants must disclose all criminal convictions and cautions, regardless of when they occurred or age at the time
• A criminal record is not automatically a barrier to employment—each case is considered individually.

If you are interested in the role and would like to contact me for further information on the role you can contact myself on the details below.
At Service Care Solutions we also offer a £250 bonus for referrals! If you think you know someone who would be ideal for this role and they are placed in the job you will then receive £250 at the end of their probationary period.

To apply for this role, or to refer someone else, then please do not hesitate to contact Jack at Service Care Solutions on 01772208964 or email on Jack.Lonsdale@Servicecare.org.uk