Registered Manager - Residential Home
Optalis Limited
Wokingham, RG41 2PY · WOKINGHAM, RG40 1DHView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£49,351
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
31 January 2027
77 days leftJob description
Optalis is the Adult Social Care delivery partner on behalf of Wokingham Borough Council and the Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead Council. Optali...
Registered Manager Residential Care HomeLocation: Suffolk Lodge, WokinghamSalary: £49,351.26 per annum
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate care professional to lead Suffolk Lodge, a well-established residential care home located in the heart of Wokingham.
About Suffolk LodgeSuffolk Lodge provides residential and dementia care for up to 37 older people, together with 8 Assess to Discharge (step-down) beds supporting hospital discharge pathways.
Our focus is on delivering outstanding, relationship-centred care that promotes dignity, independence, choice and wellbeing.
About the RoleAs Registered Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the leadership, quality, compliance, financial performance and day-to-day operation of the home. Reporting to the Director of Nursing, you will lead a dedicated team to deliver exceptional care, ensuring residents receive safe, compassionate and person-centred support while maintaining full compliance with regulatory requirements.
Purpose of the
Leading the Care Home team to
deliver high-quality relationship-centred care and services, for all
residents, ensuring compliance with internal and external standards, and aligned to Optalis
policies and procedures, vision, and values whilst achieving quality and business targets.
To contribute
to the achievement of the Mission; to be resilient, efficient and growing
social care company capable of delivering high quality innovative services to
more customers delivered by passionate and skilled staff.
To support people with a wide range of needs including memory
difficulties, dementia, and fluctuating health needs, helping all to maximise
their levels of independence with dignity and choice.
The Registered Manager of the
service reports directly to the Head of Nursing and Residential Services
Wokingham to ensure that the service reaches and maintains at least a GOOD
support the team to deliver good quality care at all times, detailing many of
the responsibilities below.
Pro-actively seek referrals into the
service by engaging with referring agencies, actively
identifying and building service opportunities to expand what is delivered; acting as key contact with all stakeholders
referrers, customers, family members, Optalis staff, commissioners.
Oversee the recruitment and training of the team.
Oversee the processes of supervision, appraisal and performance
management of the team. Maintaining accurate records.
To maintain up to date training records using My learning Space
supporting staff team to reach their potential through a robust process of
learning & development. To ensure training targets are achieved and team
are competent in their roles.
Ensure the prompt recording of incidents/accidents/concerns/complaints
& compliments.
Work in partnership with the Head of Service to ensure the
completion of any investigations, disciplinaries, negative feedback, route
cause analysis in line with Optalis policies & procedures.
Develop, present, and take ownership for the annual business &
contingency plans for the home.
To manage the financial
budget to ensure revenue and income targets are met.
Ensure the appropriate delegation of duties to the most appropriate
competent person.
Working in partnership with the homes activity team to ensure that
a suitable programme of activities and meaningful occupation is in place
based on best practice.
Oversee the coaching and the empowerment of the team to deliver a
positive customer experience.
Ensuring all aspects of hospitality services are compliant with
legislation and Optalis policies and procedures.
To maintain your Registration as Registered Manger.
To ensure the service meets CQC regulations Health & Social Care
Act 20089.
To ensure all notifications are completed within the time scales and
accurate records maintained.
To lead on the further development of the Access Electronic record
system for Suffolk lodge ensuring you have a working knowledge of system.
To develop expertise in the I Auditor system and maintain accurate
record of Audits using the Audit framework.
- Maintaining and improving CQC standards, with an aspiration to achieve and sustain a rating of Good or above
- Leading, developing and inspiring a high-performing workforce
- Driving high-quality resident outcomes and positive customer experiences
- Managing occupancy, referrals and stakeholder relationships
- Delivering strong governance, safeguarding and quality assurance systems
- Managing budgets and resources effectively
- Creating a positive culture where residents and staff can thrive
About YouWe are looking for a confident and experienced leader who is passionate about delivering exceptional care for older people.You will have:
- A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (or equivalent)
- Significant management experience within a CQC-regulated adult social care service
- A strong understanding of CQC regulations, safeguarding and quality governance
- Experience of leading and developing teams
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- A commitment to delivering person-centred care and continuous improvement
Qualifications
Essential
- Optalis is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our staff and customers. All successful applicants will be required to undertake a DBS check and will need to provide proof of their right to work in the UK.
- QCF Level 5 / ILM 5 in Management or equivalent)
- Minimum of five years management experience of a residential cqc care service
- Competence in working with electronic systems which include Microsoft Office applications
- Strong leadership and management skills
- Ability to develop meaningful relationships
- This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The DBS clearance level required is Enhanced with Barred list.
Desirable
- Optalis is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our staff and customers. All successful applicants will be required to undertake a DBS check and will need to provide proof of their right to work in the UK.
- QCF Level 5 / ILM 5 in Management or equivalent)
- Minimum of five years management experience of a residential cqc care service
- Competence in working with electronic systems which include Microsoft Office applications
- Strong leadership and management skills
- Ability to develop meaningful relationships
- This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The DBS clearance level required is Enhanced with Barred list.
How to apply
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First seen
26 October 2026
Last checked
28 October 2026
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