Job Description
Currently we have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Registered Manager to lead a new, luxury, therapy-led residential recovery service in North London. This low-acuity, non-medical setting focuses on exceptional client experience and outcomes, offering economy, standard and premium packages. You’ll shape day-to-day operations, quality and commercial performance while mentoring a Therapy Lead and growing a high-performing team. With two additional sites planned within 12 months, this role offers clear progression to multi-site operational leadership.
Salary: Circa £60,000 per annum
Position: Registered Manager
Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday (initially on-site; potential 1 day WFH once established)
Setting: Luxury, therapy-led residential recovery service (non-medical, low acuity)
Location: Mill Hill, London
Your key responsibilities will be;
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Lead day-to-day operations in a luxury, therapy-led residential service.
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Ensure CQC compliance, governance, safety and quality standards.
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Manage Therapy Lead and oversee therapists and support workers.
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Drive occupancy, budgets, and commercial performance across client packages.
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Build relationships with referrers; represent the service professionally.
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Recruit, develop, and hold staff accountable for performance.
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Coordinate light, telephone-based on-call as second tier.
For this role, we’re looking for someone who has;
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Proven Registered Manager or senior operational leadership experience.
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CQC registration or readiness to register promptly.
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NVQ Level 5 preferred; Level 3 with progression supported.
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Strong commercial acumen, performance management, and problem-solving.
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Confident communicator; credible with referrers and senior stakeholders.
What benefits are on offer
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Clear progression to Operational Director within 12 months.
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One day WFH once established.
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NVQ Level 5 funded post-probation.
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Site visit available pre-interview.
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Supportive leadership and growth-focused environment.
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Competitive salary for premium service.
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Luxury working environment in new flagship service.
What can Athona offer you?
• Experts in the healthcare sector offering a professional and supportive service
• Nationwide vacancies available in the NHS, Charities, Social Enterprises and private sector
• Provide support from start to finish, including negotiations on terms and onboarding
• Overseas support for candidates not familiar with the UK
• A supportive team who truly care about your career, taking the time to understand your needs and help you achieve your aspirations
• Support beyond placement, making sure you're happy with your new job and it continues to fulfils your career goals.
Interested? Simply apply above today to enjoy these excellent career prospects and reap the rewards of making a real difference to others, every day