Five Lamps Organisation
Registered Manager
Health & Social Care Manager — Home Care Service
Closing date: 28th August 2026 | Interviews: Week commencing 31st August 2026
· Location: Five Lamps Community Hub, 211-213, Thornaby Road, Thornaby, TS17 7DJ (some home working arrangements possible, subject to service cover)
· Starting Salary: £35,000
· Hours: 37.5 hours per week (8:30am – 5:00pm)
*Some evening and weekend work may be required to ensure service cover from 6:30am – 8:30am and 5:00pm – 11:00pm*
Role Overview
Five Lamps Organisation is a well-established community charity supporting local people to live independently, safely and with dignity in their own homes. We are seeking an experienced and values-driven Registered Manager to lead, manage and develop our growing Home Care Service.
This is an excellent opportunity for a confident leader who can ensure high-quality, person-centred care, maintain regulatory compliance, support a skilled team and help shape the future of home care within the local community.
Purpose of the Role
The Registered Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the CQC-registered Home Care Service, ensuring the service delivers safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led support. The postholder will provide strong operational leadership, ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, and promote a culture of quality, accountability and continuous improvement.
· Lead and manage the CQC-registered Home Care Service, ensuring safe, high-quality and person-centred care is delivered consistently.
· Oversee daily operations, service delivery and quality assurance processes to ensure the service meets the needs of people using the service.
· Manage, support and develop a team including Care Coordinators and the Training Officer, promoting effective supervision, training and performance management.
· Ensure people who use the service, their families and local communities are listened to and involved in shaping service development.
· Maintain compliance with CQC Fundamental Standards, the Health and Social Care Act 2008 and all relevant legislation, guidance, policies and procedures.
· Prepare for inspections, audits and monitoring visits, ensuring accurate records, action plans and evidence of continuous improvement are maintained.
· Build and maintain positive working relationships with commissioners, families, healthcare professionals, partner agencies and third sector organisations.
· Champion inclusive adult social care, including support for adults with special educational needs and disabilities.
· Drive sustainable service growth while maintaining excellent quality, safeguarding standards and person-centred practice.
· Manage budgets, staffing and resources effectively, ensuring services are delivered efficiently and responsibly.
Person Specification
Essential experience, skills and qualifications:
· Experience of managing a domiciliary care, home care or adult social care service.
· Strong knowledge of CQC regulations, quality standards and safeguarding responsibilities.
· Proven leadership, people management and team development skills.
· Excellent communication, organisational and decision-making abilities.
· Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care, or willingness to work towards this qualification.
· Commitment to delivering exceptional care and improving outcomes for people using the service.
· Full UK driving licence.
What We Offer
· The opportunity to shape and grow an ambitious community-based service.
· A supportive, values-led leadership team.
· Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
· Pension scheme.
· Generous annual leave entitlement.
· Ongoing professional development.
· The opportunity to make a lasting difference in the local community.
About Five Lamps Organisation
For over 40 years, Five Lamps Organisation has supported people across local communities. As a charity, our work is driven by a clear purpose: helping local people live happier, healthier and more independent lives.
The Registered Manager will play a key role in leading a service that makes a meaningful difference every day.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced, compassionate and ambitious leader ready for your next challenge, we would welcome your application. If you would like an informal conversation about the role, contact [email protected]
Join Five Lamps Organisation and help shape the future of home care in our community.
Five Lamps Organisation
A local charity making a lasting difference to people’s lives.
Closing date: 28thAugust 2026. Interviews are planned to take place week commencing 31st August 2026. We reserve the right to close the advert early, subject to interest and calibre of applications, so early applications are encouraged.
Pay: From £35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
