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Registered Manager - Supported Living (Social Care)

Job details
Posting date: 02 March 2026
Salary: £39,590 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 01 April 2026
Location: Rugby, Warwickshire
Remote working: On-site only
Company: New Directions Rugby Ltd
Job type: Permanent
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Summary

New Directions (Rugby) Ltd is a long‑established local charity supporting people throughout their adult life. We provide high‑quality, person‑centred services for people with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs and a range of additional support requirements. Our services include residential care, supported living, day opportunities and respite.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Manager to lead one of our well‑established Supported Living services in Rugby. The service comprises three buildings – Kings Court, Queens Court and Lennon Court – supporting individuals in their own flats with 24/7 staffing and a management structure

We work with people in our ‘step-up, step-down’ model of care and support, providing accommodation for life. People have access to networks of support, families, friends, local communities and professionals. We are passionate about people’s rights and choices and we pride ourselves on providing services that are person-centred to achieve people’s outcomes.

About the Role

As Registered Manager, you will provide day‑to‑day leadership to a dedicated team of Deputy Managers, Team Leaders, Senior Support Workers and Support Workers. You will:

Oversee the day to day management of the service
Support with recruitment, assessments, support planning and quality compliance
Coach and develop staff to deliver high‑quality, person‑centred support
Promote the service in line with our vision, values and organisational goals
Ensure compliance with CQC and commissioning standards
Participate in the Supported Living on‑call rota
Work closely with the Operations Manager and wider leadership team
You will be fully supported by an experienced operational team, with opportunities to grow your skills and progress your career within our expanding organisation.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

An experienced Registered Manager/held CQC registration (desirable)
Or, an experienced Manager/Deputy Manager ready for the next step
Experienced in supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs and/or additional needs
Have a good working understanding of requirements to comply with CQC and commissioning standards
To be able to participate in the on-call rota within Supported Living
Able to work flexibly, including some evenings, weekends and holidays
Qualified to Level 5 Diploma/NVQ in Health & Social Care/Management or currently working towards
Committed to continuous professional development
Willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and maintain Update Service registration

What We Offer

Salary from £39,590 per annum (dependent on experience)
28 days annual leave including bank holidays (rising with service)
Staff reward and recognition incentives
Excellent training, CPD and development opportunities
Supportive career progression within a growing organisation
Operational support so you always feel safe and valued
Access to a free 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and optional healthcare cash plan
DBS costs reimbursed after successful probation, including annual Update Service renewal

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