Job Description
Regional Manager – Nurse Qualified
St Mary’s | East Yorkshire / Yorkshire / East Midlands commuting area | On-site
Salary: Negotiable DOE
St Mary’s is seeking an experienced and dynamic Regional Manager – Nurse Qualified to oversee a portfolio of Residential and/or Nursing services across East Yorkshire and surrounding regions.
This senior leadership role is ideal for a clinically trained professional with a nursing qualification who is commercially aware, quality-driven, and passionate about delivering outstanding care while ensuring operational and financial excellence. Experience in commissioning services is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities
Regulatory & Quality Leadership
* Ensure full compliance with Care Quality Commission (CQC) requirements and other regulatory bodies
* Lead action plans following inspections to improve outcomes
* Maintain robust governance and prevent breaches of the Health and Social Care Act
* Oversee quality monitoring schemes and regulatory reporting
* Investigate complaints and liaise with registration authorities where required
Operational & Performance Management
* Direct line management of Home Managers, including monthly supervisions, audits, and development support
* Review staffing levels to ensure safe and effective care delivery
* Monitor policy implementation and record keeping
* Attend local authority, safeguarding, and regional meetings as required
* Provide on-call/weekend support on a rotational basis
Financial, Commercial & Commissioning Accountability
* Drive and maintain high occupancy levels
* Ensure financial efficiency across allocated services
* Manage budgets and KPIs to deliver strong financial performance
* Support fee negotiations with purchasing authorities and families
* Contribute to commissioning discussions and service planning where required
People & Culture
* Ensure effective recruitment and retention
* Promote strong communication across teams
* Foster a caring, professional environment meeting residents’ physical, emotional, social, intellectual, and spiritual needs
Minimum Requirements
* Registered Nursing Qualification (RN, RNLD, or equivalent)
* Minimum 2 years’ experience managing 4+ Residential and/or Nursing services as a Regional Manager
* Strong knowledge of CQC regulations, adult social care legislation, and commissioning processes
* Demonstrable experience in financial and budget management
* Proven leadership and people management capability
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel frequently
About You
We are looking for a tenacious, passionate, and commercially minded nurse leader who:
* Builds meaningful and productive working relationships
* Drives continuous improvement and accountability
* Leads with integrity and professionalism
* Confidently manages performance, compliance, and change
Why Join St Mary’s?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing care group where your clinical leadership will directly influence service quality, team development, and commercial success. You will work closely with senior leadership and play a key role in shaping the future direction of the region.
Location Preference: Ideally, candidates will live in East Yorkshire or within commuting distance to the East Midlands, ensuring an excellent work-life balance.