Job Title: Registered Manager - Residential Care Home
Location: Cockermouth
Salary: £44,000 per annum
Service Type: Elderly & Dementia Residential Care

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Registered Manager to lead a well-established residential care home in Cockermouth, providing high-quality care and support to elderly residents, including those living with dementia.
This is an excellent opportunity for a strong leader who is passionate about person-centred care, regulatory compliance, and creating a safe, homely environment where residents can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

Take full operational responsibility for the day-to-day management of the residential home
Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and regulatory standards, including CQC requirements
Lead, motivate and develop a stable and high-performing care team
Oversee care planning to ensure person-centred, dignified, and responsive care delivery
Manage staffing rotas, recruitment, supervision, and performance management
Monitor budgets and ensure effective financial management of the service
Maintain high standards of health & safety, safeguarding, and infection control
Build and maintain positive relationships with residents, families, professionals, and external agencies
Drive continuous improvement and maintain high occupancy levels
Essential Requirements

NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management for Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
Previous experience as a Registered Manager (or strong Deputy Manager ready to step up) within an elderly/dementia residential setting
Strong knowledge of dementia care best practice
Proven track record of achieving and maintaining good CQC ratings
Sound understanding of safeguarding, compliance, and regulatory frameworks
Excellent leadership, organisational and communication skills
Personal Attributes

Compassionate and resident-focused
Calm and solution-oriented
Commercially aware with strong business acumen
Committed to delivering outstanding dementia care
What's on Offer

Competitive salary of £44,000 per annum
Supportive provider with a strong reputation
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the local community
Ongoing professional development and training
For more information about the role, please call Rory on (phone number removed) or send your CV and a Cover Letter to (url removed)