Registered Manager - Colchester

gap healthcare is recruiting on behalf of our client for a Registered Manager to oversee a residential home based in Colchester, Essex. The home provides care and support for up to 8 service users with mental health conditions. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced leader to take full operational responsibility and make a real impact.

As Registered Manager you will be responsible for the safe and effective day-to-day running of the home. You will lead and motivate the care team, ensure compliance with CQC regulations and provide high-quality, individualised care for all residents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all aspects of the residential home’s operations.
• Ensure compliance with CQC regulations and maintain a high standard of care at all times.
• Deliver personalised care and support in line with each resident’s needs and preferences.
• Promote a positive, safe, and inclusive culture for service users and staff.
• Provide effective leadership, supervision, and support to all care staff.
• Oversee recruitment, induction, training, and ongoing development of the team.
• Maintain accurate care records, risk assessments, and documentation.
• Foster strong working relationships with healthcare professionals, families, and external agencies.
• Manage the home’s budget, occupancy, and resources to achieve financial and care targets.
• Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead and promote best safeguarding practices.
• Lead the home through inspections, quality audits and internal monitoring processes.

Person Specification:

• Experience as a Registered Manager within a residential care setting.
• NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management in Health & Social Care (or equivalent, or working towards).
• In-depth understanding of CQC standards, care regulations and safeguarding.
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary of £35,000 per annum
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)

Fore more information on the role please contact Taylor at gap healthcare Southend