Registered Manager

Company Description GS Social Care Solutions Ltd is a specialist social care provider with over 11 years of experience, fully compliant with the Care Quality Commission and committed to high-quality, person-centred care. The organisation primarily supports individuals with learning disabilities, with particular expertise in Autism and Dementia, and delivers services to people of all ages and abilities. As a family-run business, GS Social Care Solutions fosters a warm, values-driven culture and has grown from a domiciliary agency into a comprehensive “one stop” social care hub offering homecare, outreach, respite, and social sessions. The team works collaboratively with partner organisations, focuses on strengths rather than limitations, and prioritises individual choice, including involvement in staff selection. The service is dynamic and continually develops its approach to communication, reducing anxiety, and improving quality of life for the people it supports.

Role Description The Registered Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Singleton, responsible for the day-to-day leadership and management of care services within GS Social Care Solutions Ltd. This role includes overseeing service delivery for people with learning disabilities, Autism, and Dementia, ensuring person-centred support plans are implemented and regularly reviewed. The Registered Manager will supervise, mentor, and develop staff teams, manage rotas, conduct supervisions and appraisals, and promote a positive, family-oriented culture aligned with the organisation’s values. Key duties include maintaining regulatory compliance with the Care Quality Commission, managing audits and inspections, ensuring robust safeguarding practices, and monitoring quality standards. The role also involves liaising with individuals, families, local authorities, health professionals, and other partner organisations, managing referrals, supporting emergency responses, and contributing to service development and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and management skills within social care settings, including staff supervision, team development, and rota management.
• Experience delivering person-centred support to individuals with learning disabilities, Autism, and Dementia, with a focus on promoting independence and quality of life.
• Knowledge of Care Quality Commission standards, safeguarding procedures, risk management, and regulatory compliance in adult social care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with individuals, families, colleagues, and external professionals.
• Proven ability in service planning, quality assurance, report writing, and maintaining accurate care and management records.
• Relevant social care qualification (e.g., Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care or equivalent), or willingness to work towards it.
• Previous experience as a Registered Manager or in a senior care/management role within a similar service is highly beneficial.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to respond to emergencies and