Registered Manager

Shou; Enfield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - GBP 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A new supported living provider in North London is seeking a Registered Manager to spearhead their startup. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape a high-quality, person-centred service from the ground up. The Registered Manager will lead the CQC registration process and recruit a dedicated support team, all while promoting occupancy and service quality. Ideal applicants will have a strong understanding of CQC standards and be passionate about delivering safe, empowering support. Excellent salary and development opportunities are included.

Benefits

Performance bonuses

Health cash plan

Mileage reimbursement

Pension plan

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Registered Manager in Supported Living.
• Strong understanding of CQC standards and governance.
• Confident in leading a new service through registration and setup.

Responsibilities

• Lead on CQC registration ensuring compliance.
• Set up operational frameworks and governance systems.
• Recruit and develop a high-performing support team.
• Embark on service quality and performance enhancement.
• Work with founders for long-term growth.

Skills

Understanding of CQC standards

Leadership abilities

Quality-driven mindset

Ability to handle registration processes

Job description

Registered Manager – Supported Living (North London)

Salary: £50,000 per annum
Benefits: Performance bonuses, health cash plan, mileage, pension, development
Start Date: Subject to CQC registration
Employer: New Supported Living Start‑Up Provider

About the Opportunity

This is a rare and exciting chance to become the Registered Manager for a brand-new supported living provider in North London.

Launching small, with a clear and ambitious plan to expand across multiple properties, this role offers genuine autonomy, influence and career growth. Youll be the operational lead during setup, support the full CQC registration process, and play a pivotal role in shaping a high‑quality, future‑focused service from day one.

If you’re an experienced Supported Living RM who wants to build something meaningful and scalable, this is the role for you.

What Youll Be Doing

• Leading on CQC registration and ensuring compliance from the outset
• Setting up all operational frameworks, processes and governance systems
• Recruiting, developing and leading a high‑performing support team
• Embedding a culture of person‑centred, safe and high-quality care
• Driving occupancy, service quality and operational performance
• Working closely with the founders to shape long‑term growth and expansion
• Acting as the responsible individual for safeguarding, quality and day‑to‑day leadership

Salary & Benefits Package

Base Salary

• £50,000 per annum
• Payable from service opening (or as agreed, subject to registration)

Annual Leave

• 25 days + Bank Holidays
• Rising to 27 days after two years

Pension

• Auto‑enrolment with 3% employer contribution
• Review after year one

Health & Wellbeing

• Health Cash Plan (e.g., SimplyHealth / Medicash)
• Dental, optical, wellbeing and routine healthcare support
• A low‑cost, high‑value benefit included from day one

Travel

• Mileage paid at 45p per mile (HMRC approved rate)

Performance & Success Bonuses

Designed to reward delivery while keeping fixed costs sustainable.

Pre‑Opening / Registration Bonuses

• CQC registration granted: £1,000
• Service opens on time and fully staffed: £1,000
• First three service users admitted safely: £500
  Total pre‑opening potential: £2,500

Post‑Opening Performance Bonuses

• 90% occupancy sustained for 3 months: £1,000
• CQC rating Good: £1,000
• CQC rating Outstanding: £2,500

Annual Bonus

• Up to 7.5% of salary (performance & service viability dependent)

Professional Development

• Ongoing support with governance and CQC compliance
• Leadership development and funded CPD opportunities
• Clear pathway to multi‑site or regional leadership as the organisation expands

Who Are Looking For

• An experienced Registered Manager (Supported Living)
• Strong understanding of CQC standards and governance
• Confident leading a new service through registration and setup
• Ambitious, proactive, quality‑driven, and keen to grow with the organisation
• Passionate about delivering safe, empowering, person‑centred support

Key Details

• Appointment is subject to successful CQC registration
• High autonomy and senior leadership influence from day one
• Ideal for an RM who wants to build, shape and scale a service rather than simply run an existing one