As the Registered Manager of the Old Orchard you will be working in a small 5 bed home for young adults with complex needs. Pleasant residential bungalow with garden, within the local community, offering care & personalised opportunities for each individual.
Key Responsibilities
As Registered Manager, you will:
- Lead the day‑to‑day operational management of the service
- Ensure high‑quality, person‑centred support that promotes independence, choice, and wellbeing
- Recruit, supervise, mentor, and develop Deputy Managers, Team Leaders, and Senior Support Workers
- Maintain safe staffing levels and participate in the on‑call rota as required
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory, contractual, safeguarding, and health & safety requirements
- Manage budgets effectively, monitoring spend and supporting financial performance
- Use IT systems to oversee staffing, training, incidents, audits, and quality assurance
- Build strong working relationships with external professionals and agencies to support referrals and placements
- Promote and embed continuous improvement, innovation, and best practice across services
- Ensure individuals are actively involved in decisions about their care and support
- Lead effective responses to incidents, complaints, safeguarding concerns, and major life transitions
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
- NVQ Level 4 (or equivalent) in Adult Social Care
- Demonstrable experience working with vulnerable adults in a residential, day care, fieldwork, or similar setting
- Proven ability to lead, manage, and motivate staff teams
- Strong decision‑making, problem‑solving, and organisational skills
- Experience managing budgets and understanding financial performance
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks
- Ability to work flexibly, including weekends, bank holidays, and on‑call duties
- Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (or working towards)
- Experience managing multiple services
- Lived or professional experience of the challenges faced by vulnerable adults
➡️Supportive: Helping everyone reach their full potential.
➡️Ambitious: Striving for the best outcomes.
➡️Loyal: Prioritising our staff and the people we support.
➡️Unique: Innovating without compromising quality.
➡️Transparent: Fostering openness and mutual respect.
➡️Engaging: Partnering with everyone involved.
➡️Meaningful: Offering fulfilling opportunities.
✅Emotional Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance, mental health resources, meditation apps, and bereavement support.
✅ Medical Support: Free Online GP access, Health Cash Plan, Cancer Cover, and Menopause support.
✅ Financial Support: Flexible pay with Wagestream, utility bill savings, Money Helper, and Life Assurance.
✅ Physical Support: Online workouts, Cycle to Work scheme, gym discounts, and National Trust activities.
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♿ Proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer.
Salutem Care and Education is dedicated to protecting and promoting the well-being of children, young adults, and vulnerable individuals. As part of our safer recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and, where applicable, overseas criminal record checks.