Registered Manager – Adults Residential Care

Company: Key Talent Solutions
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Location: Kettering
Job Description:

Registered Manager – Adults Residential Care


Location: Kettering


Employment Type: Full-time


We are looking for an experienced Registered Manager to lead a residential adult care service in Kettering.


This is a senior leadership role with full responsibility for service quality, compliance, staffing, budgets and day-to-day performance. You will lead the team to deliver safe, effective and person-centred care, while creating a positive environment where people feel valued, respected and supported to live fulfilling lives.


The role will involve:



  • Leading the overall performance and quality of the service

  • Supporting and developing the Deputy Manager and wider staff team

  • Overseeing recruitment, induction, supervision and performance management

  • Ensuring high-quality, person-centred care is delivered consistently

  • Managing care planning, risk assessments and reviews

  • Ensuring the service meets CQC regulations and fundamental standards

  • Leading audits, quality assurance and service improvement

  • Managing budgets, staffing levels and agency use

  • Building strong relationships with families, commissioners, local authorities and health professionals


We are looking for someone with:



  • Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care, or equivalent

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in adult social care

  • Experience within a regulated care environment

  • Experience supervising, mentoring or developing staff

  • Strong understanding of CQC regulations and fundamental standards

  • Knowledge of safeguarding adults, Mental Capacity Act and DoLS

  • Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills

  • Calm, resilient and reflective approach under pressure

  • Genuine commitment to improving the lives of others

  • Previous Team Leader, Deputy Manager or Registered Manager experience

  • Experience supporting adults with complex needs or behaviours that challenge

  • Budgeting or operational management experience

  • Understanding of CQC inspection frameworks and quality assurance

  • Experience with HR processes including recruitment, disciplinary and grievance procedures


This is a meaningful opportunity to lead a service, develop a strong team and support adults to live more independent and fulfilling lives.

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Posted: October 13th, 2026