Registered Manager / Locality Manager - Supported Living Adults

Location: South London (Bromley, Croydon & Lewisham)

Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 + Bonus

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

This position does not offer sponsorship. We are unable to accept applications from individuals who require a visa to work in the UK.

Overview

A growing supported living provider is seeking an experienced Registered Manager / Locality Manager to oversee a portfolio of 15 supported living services across South London.

This is a multi-site leadership role responsible for operational oversight, compliance, safeguarding, quality and service delivery across services supporting adults with mental health needs, autism, and complex behavioural support needs.

This position offers genuine career progression, with the role expected to develop into an Area Manager position as the organisation continues to expand.

The Role

You will lead and support Project Managers and Team Leaders across the services, ensuring high-quality, safe and compliant service delivery in line with CQC standards.

You will work closely with the Operations Director and senior leadership team, playing a key role in service growth and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee 15 supported living services across South London
• Lead compliance and CQC regulatory responsibilities across all sites
• Support and develop Project Managers and Team Leaders
• Conduct site visits, audits, record checks and staff support
• Maintain high standards across the five CQC key lines of enquiry (currently rated Good)
• Support service growth, new service-user placements and referrals
• Build and maintain relationships with Local Authorities and stakeholders

Requirements

• Experience as a Registered Manager or in a multi-site senior leadership role
• Strong supported living / adult social care background
• Experience supporting people with mental health and autism
• Strong knowledge of CQC, compliance and operational management
• Experience managing growing services and layered management structures
• Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification (preferred)
• Values-led and people-focused leadership style

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave
• Pension scheme
• Statutory sick pay
• Mileage allowance / potential car allowance
• Flexible working, including some home working

Working Pattern

• 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Flexible start and finish times
• Mix of site visits, office work and home working
• Occasional weekend work may be required

Career Progression

The organisation is in growth mode, with acquisitions planned and new regional services in development.

This role is expected to progress into a senior Area Manager role as the business expands.

If you are an experienced care leader looking for a multi-site leadership role with genuine progression, we would love to hear from you.

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