Essex Care Consortium Fordham Ltd • CO63NS CO6 3NS

Registered Manager

About this role

Registered Manager – CQC Care Home (Learning Disabilities & Complex Needs)

Location

Rural Countryside (8-bed Home)

Salary

36,000 to 40,000

Hours

Full-Time (Flexibility Required)

On-call requirements to be discussed at interview.

All offers of employment are subject to safer recruitment checks in line with CQC requirements.

Transport

Full UK Driving Licence & Access to a Vehicle Essential

Work alongside our Director, Finance Director, Nominated Individual, Governance Manager and Administrative support, and our wonderful staff team.

Lead, Inspire,

Innovate

Set the Standard for Outstanding Care

Are you an ambitious leader with an unshakeable commitment to delivering life-changing care for adults with learning disabilities and complex needs? Are you ready to redefine excellence and drive a team to new heights in a unique and tranquil rural setting?

We are searching for an exceptional Registered Manager to join us as the driving force behind our beautiful 8-bed CQC-registered care home. Here, you’ll not only run the home - you’ll shape its future and transform lives.

What You’ll Achieve

Champion Compliance & Quality

Take full accountability for CQC compliance, governance, and quality assurance - striving relentlessly for an ‘Outstanding’ rating.

Strategic Leadership

Lead, motivate, and develop a passionate multidisciplinary team, cultivating a culture where staff thrive and residents flourish.

Continuous Improvement

Drive robust audit processes and continuous improvement, always seeking better ways to deliver exceptional, person-centred care.

Safeguarding & Wellbeing

Own all safeguarding, incident management, complaints, and statutory notifications - ensuring residents’ dignity, safety, and independence are never compromised.

Innovative Care Planning

Oversee dynamic, personalised care plans and risk assessments that evolve with every resident’s needs.

Stakeholder Engagement

Be the respected face of our home - building strong partnerships with families, commissioners, local authorities, healthcare professionals, and regulatory bodies.

Resource Management

Manage budgets, staffing levels, and resources astutely to maximise quality and sustainability.

Compliance Leadership

Alongside our Compliance Manager, develop, implement, and review policies and operational practices to keep us at the forefront of sector best practice.

What Sets You Apart

Proven Track Record

At least 2 years’ experience as a CQC Registered Manager in a care home or health & social care setting - demonstrating successful leadership and delivery of high-quality care.

Expert Knowledge

In-depth understanding of CQC regulations, safeguarding, legislation, governance, and quality frameworks.

Qualifications

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or equivalent) required.

Inspirational Leadership

Exceptional ability to recruit, train, supervise, appraise, and develop staff - fostering a high-performing, compassionate team.

Integrity & Passion

A role model of professionalism, integrity, and unwavering passion for improving lives.

Resilient & Flexible

Willingness to work some evenings and weekends - whatever it takes to lead our residents and team.

Driver

Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential due to our stunning rural location.

Why Join Us?

Impact

Directly shape the lives of extraordinary individuals in a home that truly values person-centred practice.

Support

Join a supportive organisation committed to your professional growth, well-being, and career progression.

Environment

Work in a picturesque, peaceful setting - with on-site parking and space to innovate.

Reward

Receive a highly competitive salary, tailored to your skills and experience, alongside generous benefits and ongoing training.

How to Apply

Ready to drive excellence and lead our home towards Outstanding? Send your CV and a compelling cover letter telling us how you’ll make a real difference, to office@eccconifers.co.uk.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults. All staff share this commitment. Enhanced DBS check required.

Take the wheel - lead with purpose and transform lives with us. Apply today.

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Disability Confident

About Disability Confident

A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.