Registered Manager – Folkestone

Location: Folkestone, Kent
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £50,000 + Retention Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Are you a compassionate and experienced Care Manager looking for a meaningful role where you can truly make a difference in adults’ lives?

We’re seeking a dedicated Registered Manager to lead our adult residential care service in Folkestone, providing care for individuals with complex needs, physical and learning disabilities.

We are a values-led organisation placing dignity, respect, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do. We offer exceptional care and support in a safe, warm and friendly environment and are focused on unlocking the potential of the people we support who love what we do and how we do it.

This is more than a leadership role—it’s an opportunity to shape a caring environment where people are empowered to live fulfilling, independent lives.

Your Role and Impact

Inspiring Leadership

• Lead with empathy nurturing a compassionate, skilled team to deliver high-quality, person-centred support with kindness, respect and dignity.
• Create a warm, safe, and empowering home environment where every person is valued.
• Provide mentoring, supervision, and support that helps each team member grow and thrive in their role.

Person-Centred Care

• Develop and oversee bespoke care and support plans that reflect each individual’s goals, preferences, and changing needs.
• Encourage independence, self-expression, and active participation in daily life.
• Support individuals to access community resources, build relationships, and achieve personal milestones.

Quality & Compliance

• Act as the Registered Manager, ensuring the service fully complies with CQC regulations and best practice standards.
• Maintain accurate records, oversee safeguarding processes, and champion a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensure the service is always inspection-ready, with transparent and robust policies in place.

Collaboration & Advocacy

• Work in partnership with families, healthcare professionals, and local authorities to provide holistic support.
• Promote inclusion, equality, and the rights of adults to make informed choices about their lives.
• Represent the service with warmth and professionalism in all external communications and meetings.

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (or equivalent qualification).
• Experience managing a supported living or residential care service for individuals with autism, sensory impairments, learning and physical disabilities.
• Strong knowledge of CQC frameworks, safeguarding, and person-centred care principles.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• A calm, thoughtful approach to problem-solving and a passion for making a lasting difference.
• Confidence managing rotas and operational processes.

Desirable

• Familiarity with the local health and social care landscape in the Kent area.

What We Offer

• A salary of £50,000 plus retention bonus after successful completion of probationary period
• 25 days annual leave with an extra day off for your birthday and at Christmas
• Free use of our holiday home after 6 months’ service
• Benefits package including Blue Light Card, 24/7 GP online and full EAP
• Ongoing training and professional development tailored to your goals.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture where you’re genuinely valued.
• Real opportunities for career progression within a growing and respected organisation.
• A chance to be part of something meaningful where every day, your leadership changes lives for the better.

Additional Information

• You must be eligible to work in the UK and willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.
• Registration with CQC as the Registered Manager is required.

Ready to Apply?

Please send us your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you’d be a great fit for this rewarding role.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to £50,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking