Interim Registered Manager (Consultancy) – Supported Living
West Sussex | Hybrid | Flexible Consultancy Opportunity
Consultancy Retainer: £400 per month
About the Opportunity
Team Care Compliance is recruiting on behalf of a family-run supported living provider in West Sussex seeking an experienced Interim Registered Manager to support the development and CQC registration of a new supported living service.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Registered Manager or senior care professional looking for a flexible consultancy role alongside their existing employment or consultancy commitments.
Following successful CQC registration and the launch of the service, there will be the opportunity to discuss progressing into the permanent Registered Manager position, should this be of mutual interest.
About the Service
The service will provide person-centred support for adults aged 18 years and over with:
- Learning Disabilities
- Autism
- Mental Health Needs
- Dual Diagnosis
The provider is committed to delivering high-quality, outcome-focused support that promotes independence, choice, dignity and inclusion within the community.
The Role
During the registration phase, this is a low-commitment consultancy position requiring approximately 2 hours per month, with flexibility around your existing commitments.
You will provide professional leadership and guidance by:
- Supporting the CQC registration process.
- Advising on regulatory compliance and governance.
- Reviewing policies, procedures and operational documentation.
- Providing quality assurance and best practice guidance.
- Supporting the development of person-centred documentation.
- Helping prepare the service for a successful CQC registration.
- Mentoring the provider throughout the registration journey.
Essential Experience
We are looking for candidates with experience in one or more of the following:
- Registered Manager within Supported Living.
- Responsible Individual.
- CQC registration of new services.
- Learning Disabilities.
- Autism.
- Mental Health Services.
- Governance and Quality Assurance.
You should also have a good understanding of:
- Mental Capacity Act (MCA)
- Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)
- Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
- Safeguarding Adults
- CQC Regulations and Fundamental Standards
- Person-Centred Care
Desirable
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
- Previous experience successfully registering a Supported Living service.
- Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism.
Who Would This Suit?
This role would be ideal for:
- Existing Registered Managers looking for additional consultancy work.
- Responsible Individuals.
- Regional or Operations Managers.
- Independent Care Consultants.
- Experienced Supported Living Managers with CQC registration experience.
Consultancy Arrangement
- Retainer: £400 per month
- Approximately 2 hours per month
- Hybrid / Remote working
- Initial consultancy period of approximately 8 months
- Flexible around your existing employment or consultancy commitments
Future Opportunity
Following successful CQC registration and service launch, the successful consultant will have the opportunity to discuss progressing into the permanent Registered Manager role, subject to mutual agreement.
Why Join This Opportunity?
- Flexible consultancy role with minimal monthly commitment.
- Opportunity to shape and support the launch of a brand-new Supported Living service.
- Work alongside Team Care Compliance, supporting providers across England.
- Join a family-run organisation committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
- Genuine opportunity to progress into a long-term leadership position.
Location: West Sussex (Hybrid/Remote)
Contract Type: Interim Consultancy
Retainer: £400 per month
Commitment: Approximately 2 hours per month during the registration phase.
Pay: £400.00 per month
Benefits:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in West Sussex