Interim Registered Manager

We are supporting a values-led care provider to appoint an Interim Registered Manager to oversee a portfolio of services across the South West. This is a hands-on assignment where you'll provide strong leadership, ensure compliance, and stabilise/strengthen service delivery across multiple locations.This is an initial 3–6 month contract with a competitive day rate.The assignment As Interim Registered Manager, you'll take day-to-day responsibility for service performance, quality and compliance, while supporting and developing service teams. You'll work closely with senior leadership to deliver safe, person-centred support and drive continuous improvement.Key responsibilities:Provide visible leadership across services, modelling best practice and values-led careMaintain regulatory compliance and readiness (CQC), including audits, action plans, policies and governanceManage and support Team Leaders, building capability and accountabilityImprove key performance areas (quality, incidents/safeguarding, staffing, rota stability, training, engagement)Oversee recruitment, onboarding and retention activity to stabilise staffingEnsure robust care planning and risk management that supports positive outcomes for individualsManage stakeholder relationships (commissioners, social workers, families, internal SMT)Support with budget awareness and efficient operational delivery (where applicable)What we're looking for Proven experience as a Registered Manager (or strong deputy stepping up) within supported living/community servicesStrong working knowledge of CQC frameworks and quality/compliance requirementsConfident leading multi-site teams and delivering improvement plans at paceExcellent safeguarding, incident management and governance capabilityAble to start quickly and commit to an on-site presence across the South West (travel required)Enhanced DBS (or willingness to complete immediately)Contract details Duration: 3–6 monthsLocation: South West (multi-site)Rate: Competitive day rate (DOE)Start: ASAP / short notice preferredInterested? Apply with your CV, or get in touch for a confidential conversation.TPBN1_UKTJ