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Registered Manager 📍 Stafford 💷 Up to £65,000 We are recruiting an experienced Registered Manager to lead a regulated children’s residential service in Stafford. This is a senior leadership role with full responsibility for safeguarding, quality, compliance, and service delivery within a highly regulated environment. You will provide strong operational and strategic leadership, ensuring positive outcomes for children and young people while maintaining Ofsted compliance and driving continuous improvement. The Role • Lead the day-to-day operation of a children’s residential service, • Act as the Ofsted Registered Manager, • Ensure services meet Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards, • Lead safeguarding practice, risk management, and care planning, • Manage staff recruitment, supervision, appraisals, and rotas, • Work closely with multi-disciplinary professionals and commissioning authorities, • Develop and deliver the Statement of Purpose and service development plans, • Manage budgets and maintain inspection-ready documentation, • Lead the service through inspections and regulatory scrutiny About You • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (or Children & Young People), or eligible and committed to complete, • Eligible to register with Ofsted, • Significant management experience within a regulated children’s residential setting, • Strong safeguarding knowledge and leadership capability, • Confident managing teams, inspections, and complex needs, • Calm, resilient, and values-driven Desirable • Experience opening, stabilising, or improving a regulated children’s service, • History of achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes, • Experience with evidence-based or clinically informed practice models What’s on Offer • Salary up to £65,000, • Opportunity to lead and shape a high-quality service, • Supportive organisation with a strong focus on safeguarding and outcomes, • Long-term career progression 📩 Apply now by submitting your CV and a brief summary of your Registered Manager experience. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Project Manager Permanent · Remote-First · Competitive Salary DigX is delivering a large-scale data transformation programme within the Life and Pensions sector. We're looking for an experienced Project Manager to own a critical data migration workstream — end to end. This isn't a generalist PM role. You'll be accountable for taking complex, multi-source data migrations from early source analysis all the way through rehearsal, cutover, and stabilisation into a consolidated Life and Pensions administration platform. Life and Pensions experience is essential. We need someone who understands the data structures, regulatory context, and operational realities of this sector — not someone learning on the job. What You'll Own • Lead multi-stage data migrations — from source profiling and mapping through transformation, rehearsal, and cutover, • Build and maintain migration run-books, wave plans, cutover schedules, and rollback strategies, • Manage dependencies across platform build, environments, integration, and support teams, • Work with L&P business SMEs to resolve data issues and secure sign-off at each readiness gate, • Coordinate go-live readiness across data, platform, integration, and operational teams, • Track RAID, sequencing, and governance across concurrent migration waves, • Report progress, risks, and decisions clearly to programme leadership — clarity over noise What You'll Bring • 3+ years of hands-on Life and Pensions experience — non-negotiable, • Proven track record managing data migration projects end to end within L&P environments, • Deep understanding of the migration lifecycle: profiling, mapping, transformation, reconciliation, rehearsal, cutover, stabilisation, • Strong RAID management, dependency control, and sequencing discipline, • The ability to communicate with confidence across technical teams and senior stakeholders Why DigX A lot of PM roles in this space drop you into a workstream and move you on before you see the outcome. At DigX, you own delivery from first analysis through to stabilisation — and you stay to see it land. You'll work on genuinely complex programmes with FTSE 100 clients, where the stakes are real and your planning directly determines whether the transformation succeeds. This isn't advisory work. We build and deliver, and your name is on the outcome. The team is collaborative and fast-paced, but we don't believe in looking over your shoulder. You'll be trusted to run your workstream, make calls, and challenge where things aren't right — with the support of experienced engineers and architects when you need it. We invest in our people for the long term. That means a learning and development budget to keep growing your skills, flexible and async-friendly working as the default, and clear pathways into senior delivery or migration leadership as the programme evolves. Remote-first, with occasional client travel where it genuinely adds value. Ready to lead delivery that matters? Let's talk.

Registered Manager 📍 Stafford 💷 Up to £65,000 We are recruiting an experienced Registered Manager to lead a regulated children’s residential service in Stafford. This is a senior leadership role with full responsibility for safeguarding, quality, compliance, and service delivery within a highly regulated environment. You will provide strong operational and strategic leadership, ensuring positive outcomes for children and young people while maintaining Ofsted compliance and driving continuous improvement. The Role • Lead the day-to-day operation of a children’s residential service, • Act as the Ofsted Registered Manager, • Ensure services meet Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards, • Lead safeguarding practice, risk management, and care planning, • Manage staff recruitment, supervision, appraisals, and rotas, • Work closely with multi-disciplinary professionals and commissioning authorities, • Develop and deliver the Statement of Purpose and service development plans, • Manage budgets and maintain inspection-ready documentation, • Lead the service through inspections and regulatory scrutiny About You • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (or Children & Young People), or eligible and committed to complete, • Eligible to register with Ofsted, • Significant management experience within a regulated children’s residential setting, • Strong safeguarding knowledge and leadership capability, • Confident managing teams, inspections, and complex needs, • Calm, resilient, and values-driven Desirable • Experience opening, stabilising, or improving a regulated children’s service, • History of achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes, • Experience with evidence-based or clinically informed practice models What’s on Offer • Salary up to £65,000, • Opportunity to lead and shape a high-quality service, • Supportive organisation with a strong focus on safeguarding and outcomes, • Long-term career progression 📩 Apply now by submitting your CV and a brief summary of your Registered Manager experience. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

As Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, management, and development of the home, ensuring full compliance with regulatory standards and delivering exceptional care to young people. Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home. Lead and manage the day-to-day

Job Title: Registered Manager Childrens Residential Home Location: Stoke-on-Trent Salary: Up to £65,000 Contract: Full Time, Permanent Lead a Home That Changes Young Lives Our client is an expanding and highly respected provider of residential care for children and young people who have experienced trauma, neglect, and abuse. They are now seeking an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to lead a residential childrens home in Stoke-on-Trent. This is an exciting opportunity to join a provider that prioritises high-quality care, strong leadership, and therapeutic support, where you will play a key role in shaping a safe, nurturing environment that helps young people rebuild confidence and achieve positive outcomes. With a strong network of established homes and a supportive leadership team, this role offers the perfect platform for an ambitious manager looking to lead a service while being part of a collaborative and forward-thinking organisation. Why Join Our Client? Our client is a well-established and growing provider of childrens residential care with all operating homes rated Good by Ofsted,demonstrating a strong commitment to high standards and stability. You will join a collaborative network of experienced managers who regularly share best practice and support one another, alongside an approachable senior leadership team that provides consistent guidance. In addition, the role offers a generous benefits package including a competitive salary, quarterly bonus scheme, employee wellbeing support, and an excellent annual leave allowance of 41 days including bank holidays. About the Role As Registered Manager, you will lead and develop the residential home, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, child-centred care in line with relevant legislation and the homes Statement of Purpose. You will provide motivational leadership to the team, ensuring children and young people receive consistent, therapeutic care that promotes safety, stability, and positive development. This role is Monday to Friday, 9am 5pm, with participation in the on-call rota and occasional overnight cover when required. Key Responsibilities * Manage the day-to-day operations of the childrens residential home in line with relevant legislation and regulations. * Ensure the home provides safe, nurturing, and high-quality care that promotes positive outcomes for young people. * Lead, motivate, and support staff to deliver exceptional care and maintain professional standards. * Develop and implement a service development plan to drive continuous improvement. * Safeguard and promote the rights, wellbeing, and development of children and young people. * Oversee care planning and ensure young peoples needs are regularly assessed and reviewed. * Manage rotas to ensure appropriate staffing levels and continuity of care. * Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams, external agencies, and commissioning authorities. * Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with regulatory and inspection requirements. * Promote positive relationships between staff, young people, and their families. * Maintain the home environment to high safety and quality standards. * Participate in the Registered Manager on-call rota and provide cover for other homes when required. What Were Looking For The successful candidate will demonstrate: * Strong leadership experience within a childrens residential home setting. * Sound knowledge of safeguarding practices and the Children Act 1989. * Excellent understanding of Childrens Homes Regulations 2015 and Care Standards Act 2000. * The ability to lead teams and create a positive, therapeutic culture. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing. * A commitment to delivering high-quality, child-focused care. Qualifications * Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young Peoples Services (or working towards). * Demonstrable senior-level experience within a residential childrens home. Benefits * Competitive salary of up to£65,000 * Generous annual leave * Access to employee wellbeing programme * Supportive management structure and career progression opportunities If you are an experienced residential childcare leader ready to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people, this is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation committed to delivering exceptional care. JBRP1_UKTJ

We are seeking to appoint a kind, adaptable and experiencedPeripatetic Managerto join our team, supporting a portfolio of Lovett Care Homes. The successful candidate will provide strong operational leadership across the region, ensuring services are well-managed, compliant with all regulatory requirements, and delivering consistently high standards of care. Through regular on-site presence and hands-on support, you will work closely with Home Managers and staff teams to maintain stability, drive performance, and support services during periods of change, absence, or improvement. As a Peripatetic Manager, you will work closely with Home Managers and Regional Managers, providing leadership, guidance, and hands-on support to teams. You will be instrumental in maintaining stability and ensuring residents receive exceptional, person-centred care at all times. This is a full-time post with an excellentcompetitive salary and company benefits. Role Responsibilities: To support the day-to-day running of multiple care homes as required. To ensure that company policies and procedures are adhered to by all staff across services. To provide interim management cover during periods of absence or transition. To support underperforming services and implement improvement plans. Manage the safety, quality, and financial performance of services when required. Ensure that care teams deliver high quality and person-centred care to residents and their families. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Demonstrate leadership and act as a positive role model across all services. Conduct audits and ensure compliance with the Health & Social Care Act 2008 and regulatory standards. Support occupancy growth and promote services within the wider community. Travel between services as required to meet business needs. Any other duties commensurate with the role. Skills and Experience Required: Registered Nurse qualification or relevant Health & Social Care qualification (Level 4 or above). Minimum of 5 years management experience within the care sector. Experience of supporting multiple services or managing change/turnaround. Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and support teams. Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities. Ability to work independently and use initiative. Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships. A flexible approach to travel and working across different locations. A strong understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements. A positive team player with a proactive and resilient approach. About Lovett Care At Lovett, we believe our elders deserve more. Not out of duty or pity, but because they've earned it, and because the good life doesn't stop at 80, 90, or 100.We believe in moreMore dignity in everyday care. More respect in every interaction.More friendship, joy, and belonging. More moments that matter. Our homes aren't waiting rooms. They're communities where people thrive, where days are full of possibility, voices are heard, and the wonder of people shines through in every conversation, every shared meal, every burst of laughter down the hall.When you choose Lovett, you're choosing a place that sees your loved one as we see our own elders: as people who still have everything to give, and everything to gain.We are Lovett. We believe in more for our elders. This position is subject to a DBS check REF-227 712 JBRP1_UKTJ

Role: Area Property Operation Manager Contract Length: 6 Months initially Location: Wolverhampton (4 days/week on site) IR35: Inside Rate: £550/day Security Clearance: BPSS (Must undergo ENHANCED BPSS) Candidates MUST be based within a commutable distance Essential: You should have strong experience in property and FM disciplines and be able to demonstrate compliance with statutory, regulatory and professional requirements in previous roles. You should have experience in: Commercial and financial disciplines People management including mentoring, motivating and development Asset management, maintenance and contract & supplier management Managing complex customer relationships and stakeholder liaison Managing multi-project programmes of maintenance or capital investment Highly Desirable: Experience with project management processes is highly desirable. Qualifications Willing to work towards associate (SEO/band B) level membership of relevant professional body, e.g., IWFM Level 4 / 5 – Member, RICS FM Pathway or MRICS, with a preference if already held OR equivalent experience. Hold a NEBOSH or National Examination Board Occupational Safety Health – National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety qualification OR be willing to work towards it. Completed the National Engineering and Construction Contracts Accredited Training and have OR be able to rapidly acquire excellent understanding of the ...

Head of Repairs and Maintenance Stoke, Stoke-on-Trent £64,790 a year Permanent, 35 hours per week Honeycomb Group is entering an exciting new phase of its journey. Thanks to our continued financial strength and the resilience we have built over recent years, we are now in a position to grow and further strengthen our impact in the communities we serve. As we prepare to move into the growth phase of our corporate plan, we are investing in several new roles across the organisation to support our strategic ambitions. This role is one of a number of key appointments that will help drive our future success. With growth across the business—including new support and wellbeing contracts, development and regeneration activity, and ongoing service improvements—this is a great time to join Honeycomb and be part of shaping what comes next. You’ll lead the day-to-day and planned maintenance services, making sure homes are safe, well-maintained, cost-effective and deliver a good service for customers. You’ll manage operational teams and contractors, oversee compliance, and plan maintenance work to keep homes in good condition and meet all legal and regulatory requirements. What you’ll do: * Lead the delivery of repairs and maintenance services, making sure work is completed safely, on time and to a high standard. * Manage repairs, maintenance, and void teams, ensuring services are efficient, customer-focused and deliver good performance. * Oversee responsive repairs, planned maintenance and major works programmes, ensuring effective scheduling and strong contractor management. * Ensure homes meet all health, safety and compliance requirements, with clear systems in place to monitor property safety and regulatory standards. * Manage budgets and contracts, making sure services deliver value for money while maintaining quality and improving customer satisfaction. Who you are: * Degree qualified in construction, housing or a related discipline, or able to demonstrate substantial relevant experience, with (or working towards) a relevant Level 4 housing qualification in line with Senior Housing Manager standards. * Strong knowledge of property services within social housing, including repairs, maintenance and compliance requirements. * Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to property maintenance and housing services, and Competency and Conduct Standard. * Proven experience developing policies, strategies or service improvements within housing, property services or a similar environment. * Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate teams and create a positive coaching culture. * Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with colleagues, contractors and stakeholders. * Experience identifying and managing operational risks, ensuring services meet regulatory and audit requirements. * A strong focus on delivering high-quality, customer-focused services and driving continuous improvement. Apply now! We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. #Stoke #HeadOfService #Property #Repairs #Matinenance #RepairsAndMaintenance #FullTime #JobsThatGiveBack

Community: Staffordshire (Eccleshall area) Salary: From £50,000 per annum Contract: Full-Time On-call requirement: Yes Enhanced DBS required Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home An established and expanding provider of children’s residential services is seeking an experienced and qualified Registered Manager to lead one of its homes in the Staffordshire area. The service supports children and young people who have experienced early life trauma, neglect, or abuse and may present with emotional and behavioural needs. The organisation offers a strong training framework, competitive salary, and long-term progression opportunities. Role Overview The Registered Manager will be responsible for the overall leadership, management, and regulatory compliance of the home. The post holder will ensure the service operates in line with relevant legislation, regulatory standards, and the home’s Statement of Purpose. Key Responsibilities • Provide effective leadership and operational management of the residential home • Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and regulatory requirements • Register with the appropriate regulator and uphold registration standards • Lead, supervise, and develop a multidisciplinary care team • Oversee recruitment, vetting, interviewing, and induction of new staff • Support workforce retention and team development • Contribute to and implement a comprehensive training and development programme • Promote high standards of care, safeguarding, and positive outcomes for children and young people • Liaise with commissioning authorities, external agencies, and multidisciplinary professionals • Participate in the on-call rota • Maintain accountability for safeguarding and quality assurance processes Candidate Requirements • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care and Children & Young People’s Services (or equivalent), or willingness to work towards • Significant senior-level experience within a Children’s Residential setting • Strong knowledge of safeguarding and regulatory frameworks • Experience preparing for and managing inspections • Full manual UK driving licence • Commitment to ongoing professional development Benefits • Salary from £50,000 - £60000 per annum • Generous remuneration for sleep-in shifts • 41 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays and long-service accrual) • Access to employee wellbeing programme • Structured training and development pathway • Opportunity to join a growing organisation with clear progression routes This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references prior to commencement

Home Manager Salary: £70,000 - £73,000 per annum Location: Acton We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Home Manager to lead a well-established nursing home in Acton. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong leader with a passion for delivering outstanding care and driving service excellence. Key Responsibilities for the Home Manager: Provide overall leadership and management of the nursing home. Ensure compliance with CQC standards and all regulatory requirements. Lead, motivate, and develop the care team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. Manage budgets effectively and oversee operational performance. Build strong relationships with residents, families, and external stakeholders. Requirements for the Home Manager Proven experience as a Home Manager in a nursing home setting. Strong clinical background (RGN/RMN qualified preferred). Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills. In-depth knowledge of CQC regulations and best practice standards. Passionate about delivering exceptional care and continuous improvement. Benefits for the Home Manager: Competitive salary of £70,000 - £73,000 per annum. Supportive organisation with a commitment to professional development. Opportunity to make a real impact in a respected nursing home. If you are an ambitious and compassionate leader ready to take on this rewarding challenge, we'd love to hear from you

MAA, contributing to EU regional clinical regulatory strategy and supporting EU Regulatory Leads across global development and lifecycle activities within a leading pharmaceutical organisation. Regulatory Affairs Manager (EU) | Leading Pharma. Lead and support planning, coordination, and preparation

Water Quality Manager (Regulations) – Midlands / East (Multi-site). I’m working with a major infrastructure organisation looking to bring in a senior hire to take ownership of water quality and regulatory compliance across multiple regions. Leading monitoring strategies, sampling programmes, and

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PE Global are currently recruiting for a Senior Regulatory Operations Manager for an initial 12 month contract role with a leading global travel & hospitality technology client.

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Regulatory Systems Manager £competitive +Bonus BenefitsSouth East ABJ6483Permanent: HYBRID An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Regulatory Systems Manager to join a global organisation within a Product Stewardship, Regulatory & Compliance function. As Regulatory Systems manager you

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Support the following strategic clinical development activities in partnership withnational Regulatory Authorities, Above Country Regulatory Strategists and Clinical Trials Regulatory Strategy Execution (CTRSE) as applicable:. Support Regulatory Requirements Manager (RRM) updates for local Clinical

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