Job Title: Registered Manager - Learning Disabilities and Autism - Adults
Salary: Competitive/Flexible, depending on experience (Day Rate or PAYE possible)
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm (on-call duties shared)
Location: Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire
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This position does not offer sponsorship. We are unable to accept applications from individuals who require a visa to work in the UK.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Registered Manager to lead a residential service for adults with complex needs, including autism, learning disabilities, mental health challenges, and behaviours that may be challenging.
This is a senior leadership role overseeing a large staff team, including deputy managers, team leaders, and support workers. You will foster a positive, person-centred culture while ensuring regulatory compliance, high-quality care delivery, and continuous improvement. The role requires a hands-on approach, with direct engagement with staff and residents, operational oversight, and active involvement in staff recruitment, rota management, and safeguarding.
This is an excellent opportunity to lead a well-established service within a growing organisation, with significant autonomy to shape team culture and service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Lead day-to-day operations of the residential service, ensuring high-quality, person-centred care.
Maintain full compliance with Social Care Wales registration requirements and regulatory standards, implementing action plans following audits and inspections.
Inspire, manage, and support a large multidisciplinary team, promoting staff wellbeing and professional development.
Oversee staff scheduling, recruitment, and resource management.
Collaborate with senior management, HR, and external professionals to align service delivery with organisational and regulatory goals.
Conduct regular visibility rounds to ensure a safe and nurturing environment for residents and staff.
Engage directly with residents, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support individualised care plans and positive outcomes.
Actively participate in recruitment, induction, and development of staff.
Person Specification
Proven experience as a Registered Manager in residential or supported living setting, ideally with at least five years’ experience managing services for adults with complex needs.
Relevant management qualification such as NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management or equivalent (essential).
Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, develop, and manage a large team.
Comprehensive knowledge of CIW registration, compliance, and quality assurance processes.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with staff, residents, families, and external professionals.
Experience in staff recruitment, performance management, and team development.
Flexibility to work primarily Monday–Friday with shared on-call duties; full UK driving license and access to a vehicle essential due to rural location.
Resilient, proactive, and hands-on approach, with the ability to manage complex operational challenges.
What Is On Offer
Competitive salary up to £49,000 per year.
Company car for work-related travel.
Opportunity to lead and develop a growing service supporting adults with complex needs.
Collaborative, supportive management team and positive workplace culture.
Clear career progression opportunities within the organisation.
Autonomy to implement service improvements and community initiatives, enhancing outcomes for residents and staff.
Contact Details
If you wish to either apply or gain further information, please contact Ed at Compass Associates on 02394 214 487 or email [email protected]
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