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Compass Associates are proud to be working with a privately owned domiciliary care provider operating across Essex and surrounding London borders to recruit a Registered Manager. This is a key leadership appointment created with the aim of implementing compliance and process improvements, alongside the continued planned growth of the service. The outgoing operational lead has held Registered Manager responsibilities for several years and is now looking to step back from day-to-day regulatory oversight to focus on wider business leadership. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Registered Manager who thrives in a hands-on compliance environment and is confident stabilising, strengthening, and growing a developing service.
Job Responsibility:
Provide full operational and regulatory leadership as the CQC Registered Manager
Lead urgent compliance improvements and close identified documentation gaps
Ensure full adherence to CQC Fundamental Standards and regulatory requirements
Develop and implement robust care planning, risk assessments, and end-of-life documentation processes
Prepare for and lead future CQC inspections with a focus on achieving “Good” or “Outstanding”
Drive growth of private pay and continuing healthcare client base
Oversee care delivery, scheduling, and service continuity
Support recruitment, induction, and performance management of care staff
Work closely with the Nominated Individual/owner on strategic development plans
Promote safe, person-centred care and continuous improvement culture
Requirements:
Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in domiciliary or adult social care
Previous experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Registered Manager stepping into RM level responsibility
Strong track record of CQC inspection readiness and compliance management
Proven ability to improve documentation quality and governance systems
In-depth understanding of CQC regulations, safeguarding, MCA, and risk management
Experience managing domiciliary care services
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Adult Care (or equivalent)
Nice to have:
Experience in achieving Good/Outstanding CQC ratings
Exposure to private pay and CHC-funded packages
Background in both local authority and private domiciliary care
Growth or business development experience within home care settings
Full UK driving licence (not essential)
What we offer:
Performance-related bonus structure
20 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
Training and development fully supported (including external provider access)
Flexible working approach
No formal on-call requirement (owner retains on-call responsibility)
Opportunity to shape and stabilise a growing private care service