Registered Manager (Maternity Cover 9 months)
Location; Stockton-on-Tees
Salary £38,000pa
Full Time Monday to Friday 40hrs per week (including 10% bonus upon KPIs)
We are currently looking for a registered manager to cove a maternity leave for 9 Months. You will take responsibility for a residential service and a single occupancy service based in Stockton-on-Tees.
As part of Milewood, an established provider of forward-thinking living services for adults with disabilities across England, we operate over 54 homes nationwide. Many of our services are based in traditional buildings within suburban communities, close to local facilities and services.
Our approach is rooted in seeing care from the resident’s perspective — enabling choice, promoting independence, and ensuring every individual can access the rights and opportunities they deserve within an inclusive community.
The Role
Reporting to the Regional Operations Manager, the Registered Manager will take overall responsibility for the leadership, performance, and quality of the service.
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate, positive, and proactive leader who is committed to delivering safe, high-quality, person-centred support.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strong, values-led, person-centred leadership to the staff team
- Ensure high-quality care delivery in line with CQC standards
- Complete audits, supervisions, and appraisals
- Oversee HR processes including recruitment, absence management, and rota planning
- Ensure compliance with MCA and DoLS legislation
- Drive continuous improvement and best practice
- Maintain excellent communication with residents, families, staff, and stakeholders
- Deliver positive outcomes against agreed KPIs
About You
We are looking for a confident and compassionate leader who:
- Holds, or is working towards, a Level 5 NVQ in Leadership and Management
- Has experience as a Registered Manager (preferred)
- Has substantial management experience within residential or nursing services
- Is a car driver
- Has strong knowledge and experience of MCA/DoLS compliance
- Is highly organised, proactive, and committed to person-centred care
What We Offer
We offer a comprehensive and rewarding benefits package, including:
- Competitive annual leave (increasing with service)
- Lifestyle savings on shopping, utilities, and local retailers
- Company pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 access)
- 24/7 GP service and face-to-face counselling
- Discounted Health Cash Plan
- Mental health support via Able Futures
- Wellbeing tools and self-help resources
- Employee referral scheme
- Extensive induction & training programme (including Care Certificate support)
- Funded qualifications & apprenticeships for career progression
- Financial wellbeing support through NEFirst Credit Union
- Paid DBS
- Casual dress, company events & more
Why Join Milewood?
At Milewood, our values guide every decision we make. We champion:
- Warmth & Friendship – Positive interaction between staff and residents
- Optimism & Future – Always striving for improvement and enrichment
- Honesty – Open and transparent communication
- Enterprise – Encouraging ideas at every level
- Accountability – Taking ownership and responsibility
- Respect – Mutual respect in every interaction
- Trust – The foundation of all strong relationships
We are looking for a leader who not only manages with confidence and clarity, but who believes deeply in the potential of people — bringing consistency, compassion, and calm when it matters most.
If you are committed to delivering quality care and meaningful outcomes, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and help shape the future of care at Milewood.
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Pay: £38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Referral programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Stockton-On-Tees TS20 1BJ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- Do you require sponsorship (we do not offer sponsorship for this role)
Experience:
- registered Manager: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
