Care Home Manager / Learning Disabilities Service Manager – Learning Disabilities & Autism (CQC Registered)

Location: Dover
Salary: £45,000 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent | Full-Time

Are you an experienced Registered Care Home Manager or Learning Disabilities Service Manager passionate about making a difference in the lives of adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health and behaviour that challenges? This is an exciting opportunity to join a respected and growing care provider in Dover as a Learning Disabilities Care Home Manager, leading a person-centred residential service registered with the CQC.

We are looking for a dedicated and motivated Registered Care Home Manager to lead a skilled team and deliver outstanding care for individuals with complex needs. You will cultivate a positive working environment, continue the good work of the stable service and drive improvements. If you're a strong leader with a passion for quality care and regulatory compliance, we want to hear from you.

About the Role – Learning Disabilities Service Manager:
As a Learning Disabilities Care Home Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of a residential care homes that support adults with learning disabilities and autism. You will be the CQC-registered manager, ensuring the service is safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well-led.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide strong leadership as the Registered Care Home Manager
• Manage a committed team of care staff and support workers
• Oversee personalised, person-centred care planning and delivery
• Ensure full compliance with CQC standards and care regulations
• Conduct audits, risk assessments, and quality assurance checks
• Lead staff recruitment, onboarding, and professional development
• Maintain positive relationships with families and external professionals
• Manage budgets, resources, and medication systems
• Participate in the on-call rota as required

Who We’re Looking For – Ideal Candidate:
• Experienced Learning Disabilities Service Manager, Registered Care Home Manager, or Learning Disabilities Care Home Manager
• Proven ability to manage services for individuals with learning disabilities and autism / mental health, complex care
• Strong understanding of complex needs, behaviours, and person-centred care
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or working towards)
• Excellent knowledge of CQC regulations and safeguarding procedures, with a good CQC history
• Confident, organised, and compassionate leader
• Good local reputation

Why Join Us?
• Take the next step in your career as a Registered Care Home Manager
• Be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values high-quality care
• Join a supportive senior leadership team and collaborative work culture
• Benefit from ongoing professional development and structured training
• Blue Light Discount Card

If you are a passionate and experienced Learning Disabilities Service Manager or Learning Disabilities Care Home Manager, ready to lead a service that truly changes lives, we want to hear from you. Apply today to become a transformational leader in learning disabilities care.

Call Ross @ Purosearch on 02079527641 or email your cv to r.purbrick@purosearch.com