Registered Manager - Residential Service

Job Title: Registered Manager – Residential Service

Salary: Up to £47,000 per annum + 21% bonus

Hours: Permanent, Full-Time

Location: Shropshire

Setting: Adults with Learning Disabilities and Mental Health Needs

Overview:

Compass Associates is proud to partner with a leading provider in their search for an experienced and dynamic Registered Manager to lead a 10-bed residential service supporting adults with learning disabilities and complex mental health needs. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that prioritises person-centred care, staff development, and service quality. The successful candidate will oversee the operation of the service, ensuring continuity, compliance, and excellent outcomes for all residents.

The Candidate:

The Registered Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership of the service, ensuring compliance with CQC regulations, promoting independence and choice, and managing a team of care professionals. Experience in complex residential care is essential, particularly supporting individuals with autism, non-verbal communication, and a broad spectrum of mental health and learning disability needs.

Candidates currently at Deputy Manager level who are ready to step up will be considered, provided they demonstrate the capability and drive to manage a complex service.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Management

Oversee daily operations, manage and support the staff team, and foster a positive, collaborative working environment.

Quality Care

Ensure residents receive tailored, person-centred care, promoting independence, dignity, and choice. Continuously drive improvements in service quality and outcomes.

Regulatory Compliance

Manage all aspects of CQC registration and compliance, maintain standards, conduct audits, and implement improvements where required.

Staff Development

Provide guidance, supervision, and training to ensure a skilled, motivated, and supported workforce.

Financial & Operational Oversight

Manage budgets, resources, and service operations efficiently while maintaining high standards of care.

Essential Requirements:

Proven experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager in residential services supporting adults with learning disabilities and complex needs.

Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop teams.

Level 5 Health & Social Care qualification (or equivalent) preferred, with commitment to professional development.

Extensive knowledge of CQC standards, safeguarding, risk management, and compliance.

Experience supporting individuals with autism, non-verbal communication, and complex mental health and learning disability needs.

Desirable Criteria

Experience managing small to medium-sized residential services (8–12 beds).

Experience with service registration and regulatory processes in adult social care.

Salary & Benefits:

Up to £47,000 per annum plus 21% annual bonus

32 days annual leave including bank holidays

Ongoing training and development with career progression opportunities

Pension scheme

Employee assistance programme for wellbeing support

Staff referral scheme with rewards

Recognition and awards programme to celebrate achievements

Discounts across retailers, days out, and lifestyle benefits

Application Process:

To apply for this role, or to discuss the opportunity informally, please contact Andy at Compass Associates.

Contact Details:

Andy Munyimi

Compass Associates

0161 527 9632

amunyimi@compassltd.co.uk

Recommendations:

Compass Associates Ltd acts as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy. Successful referrals receive £500 in vouchers or a £500 charity donation.

About Compass Associates:

Established in 2009, Compass Associates is an award-winning UK specialist Health and Social Care Recruitment Consultancy providing tailored, high-quality recruitment solutions for all permanent assignments.