Registered Manager – Domiciliary Care Service
Location: Runcorn
Salary: £40,000 – £42,000
Are you an experienced and resilient care professional looking for a hands-on leadership challenge? We are seeking a Registered Manager to take ownership of a domiciliary care service in Runcorn, leading a period of stabilisation and quality improvement.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in turnaround environments, is passionate about leading by example, and is committed to delivering high-quality, safe and well-managed care.
The Role
As the Registered Manager, you will:
Lead the turnaround and stabilisation of a service delivering around 1,250 care hours per week.
Oversee day-to-day operations including recruitment, rotas, scheduling, auditing and compliance.
Provide hands-on leadership during the first 3–6 months, including participating in on-call and delivering care where necessary.
Strengthen processes around care planning, safeguarding, staff development and quality assurance.
Support a mixed team of both experienced and newly recruited staff, rebuilding confidence and consistency.
Work closely with senior leadership, with direct involvement and support from the CEO.
Transition into a more strategic Registered Manager position once the service is fully stabilised.
About You
We’re looking for someone who brings both experience and the right mindset. You should have:
Experience as a Registered Manager within domiciliary care.
Demonstrable success in turnaround, troubleshooting or stabilising services.
Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification (or willingness to enrol immediately).
Strong resilience and problem-solving skills.
A hands-on, proactive leadership approach, including willingness to support with care and on-call.
A passion for safe, high-quality care and building positive team culture.
Attitude, commitment and ability to lead by example are key to success in this role.
What’s On Offer
Salary of £40,000 – £42,000
Opportunity to lead a meaningful and visible turnaround project
Supportive senior leadership with direct access to the CEO
Clear progression into a more strategic managerial role once stabilised
A streamlined two–three stage interview process designed to move quickly
This role is easily commutable from:
Runcorn | Widnes | Warrington | Liverpool | St Helens | Frodsham | Ellesmere Port | Chester | Halewood | Speke | Knowsley | Northwich | Crewe
Recommendations
Compass Associates Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy.
We offer £200 in John Lewis vouchers for every successful recommendation.
Contact Details
If you would like to be considered for the Registered Manager – Domiciliary Care position or would like to request a full job description, please contact Matt Goalen on 0161 527 9630.
Alternatively, please email [email protected].
