Job Title: Interim Registered Manager Residential Care Home
Location: Stalybridge
Contract: Temporary/Interim 6 months
Salary: £50,000 per annum (pro rata)
Hours: Full-time
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Interim Registered Manager to lead a residential care home in Stalybridge for an initial 6-month period. This role is ideal for a confident and capable leader who can ensure regulatory compliance, maintain high standards of care, and provide stability during a transitional period.
The successful candidate must hold NVQ Level 5 in Health & Social Care and have previous experience as a CQC Registered Manager within a residential care setting.
Key Responsibilities

• Act as the Registered Manager with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and ensure ongoing compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Provide strong leadership and day-to-day operational management of the care home
• Maintain and improve the quality of care delivered, ensuring person-centred practices are Embedded throughout the service
• Lead, support, and manage staff teams, including supervision, appraisals, and performance management
• Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed and concerns are appropriately managed
• Oversee staffing levels, rota management, and recruitment where required
• Manage audits, inspections, and action plans, responding effectively to any regulatory feedback
• Maintain accurate records, policies, and procedures in line with legislation and best practice
• Work closely with senior management, external professionals, residents, and families

Essential Requirements

• NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
• Previously registered with the CQC as a Registered Manager
• Proven experience managing a residential care home
• Strong knowledge of CQC regulations, safeguarding, and quality frameworks
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Ability to quickly assess services and implement improvements where needed

Desirable

• Experience working in interim or turnaround roles
• Strong inspection history with CQC

What s on Offer

• Competitive salary of £50,000 per annum (pro rata)
• Opportunity to make a real impact within a short-term leadership role
• Support from senior management during the interim period

For more information about the role, please call Rory on (phone number removed) or send your CV and a Cover Letter to (url removed)