Registered Home Manager | Elderly Care
Darlington
Salary: £55,000 per annum
Requirements:
- Evidence of previous successful CQC inspections
- Experience managing a residential and/or dementia care home as a Registered Manager
- NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management (or equivalent)
The Role
Compass Associates are pleased to be partnering with a well-established care provider who operate a portfolio of residential and dementia care homes. They are currently seeking a Registered Home Manager to lead a residential and dementia care service based around the Darlington area.
This role offers the opportunity to join a stable, supportive organisation, with strong operational backing including a Deputy Manager, Regional Manager, and a well-established care team.
You will take full responsibility for the day-to-day operational management of the home, ensuring high standards of person-centred care, robust CQC compliance, strong occupancy levels, effective agency control, and continuous quality improvement. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated leader to make a real impact within a well-supported and forward-thinking environment.
Candidate
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience managing residential and dementia care services, with a strong understanding of CQC regulations, governance, and regulatory expectations.
You will bring proven expertise in occupancy management, staff retention, and performance improvement, alongside the ability to build positive relationships with families and the wider community. I’m looking to hear from passionate and values-driven leaders who can inspire and develop their team, driving high standards of care and fostering a positive, inclusive, and person-centred culture for residents and staff alike.
Interview Process
The interview process will be 2 stages.
Location
The role is commutable from: Darlington, Newton Aycliffe, Spennymoor, Sedgefield, Hartlepool, Stockton, Middlesbrough, Northallerton, Catterick and Richmond.
Summary
My client is seeking a seasoned Registered Home Manager to join a residential and dementia care home based in the Darlington area. You will be a visible and motivated leader, keen to drive the service forward, embed strong governance, and ensure consistently high-quality, person-centred care delivery for each resident.
Recommendations
Compass Associates Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy; we offer £500 John Lewis vouchers for each successful recommendation.
Contact details
Please send a copy of an up to date CV to [email protected] or call for more information 0161 527 9639.
