Deputy / Registered Manager

Deputy Manager – New Care Provider (CQC Registration & Service Development)

Location: North East Lincolnshire, North Lincolnshire & Lincoln

Are you an experienced Assistant Manager or aspiring Registered Manager looking for a unique opportunity to shape a brand-new care service from the ground up? We are a newly established care provider seeking a dynamic, knowledgeable, and motivated Deputy Manager to play a central role in our launch, development, and growth.

About the Role

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join a service at the very beginning of its journey. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership to:

• Support the full CQC registration process and ensure all regulatory requirements are met.

• Help build the service’s team culture, operational systems, and quality frameworks.

• Provide expertise in navigating local authority procurement and commissioning processes.

• Support marketing, outreach, and business development as the service becomes established in the region.

• Contribute to key functions such as staff recruitment, retention strategies, supervision, rota planning, and rate-setting.

• Take on a core leadership role with opportunities to progress as the organisation expands.

This position is critical to the successful launch and long-term sustainability of the service, laying the foundations for high-quality care delivery.

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Experience as an Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager, or Registered Manager within adult social care or similar.

• Strong understanding of CQC compliance, governance, and quality assurance.

• Knowledge of local authority procurement and commissioning processes.

• Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills.

• Confidence in helping build systems, policies, and operational structures from the ground up.

• A person-centred approach and a passion for high-quality care.

• Ambition, initiative, and a drive to help grow a new and developing service.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to be part of building a new care service from its foundation.

• A leadership role with significant potential for career progression.

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.

• The chance to shape and influence a supportive, values-led working culture.