Job Description

Registered Manager - Dementia Residential Care

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

Location: WidnesSalary: 45K

If you're the kind of leader who doesn't just meet standards but sets them, who sees compliance as the baseline, not the finish line, then this is your home!We're seeking a Registered Manager to lead a well-led service where excellence is the norm. This isn't just about maintaining standards, it's about elevating them. You'll take the reins of a service with strong foundations, a dedicated team, and a culture that puts compassion, dignity, and innovation at its heart.Your Impact:Lead a service that's already thriving: Inherit a team that's motivated, systems that work, and a community that values your expertise, then make it even better.Be the standard-bearer: Use your CQC expertise to not just pass inspections, but define what outstanding looks like for residents with dementia and complex needs.Mentor, not micromanage: Nurture a team that's proud of their work through hands-on leadership, progressive training, and a culture where staff stay.Balance heart and strategy: Seamlessly blend person-centred care with commercial acumen, managing budgets, occupancy, and partnerships without ever losing sight of why you do this work.Your Experience:NVQ Level 4/5 in Health & Social Care + proven success as a Care Home Manager (CQC compliance, staff development, and dementia care).A leader, not just a manager: You inspire teams because you roll up your sleeves, know residents by name, and treat standards as a starting point.A problem-solver: You spot gaps before they're gaps, whether in care plans, staff morale, or regulatory readiness.UK driving license (non-negotiable).Why This Role Stands Out:A service that's ready for you: No firefighting, just continuous improvement in a stable, well-resourced environment.Autonomy with backup: Shape the home's future with the support of a hands-on senior management team and directorsand a values-driven organisation.Benefits

Pension schemeo Enhanced DBSo Specialist training, beyond the mandatory training requirementso Paid for e-learning trainingo Reward and recognition through vouchers and cash incentives for Christmas and long serviceo Access to a 24/7 employee assistance programme offering psychological support to staff to avoid stress and burn outo Access to Blue Light card - over 13,000 discounts
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person