Registered Home Manager

Company: Orchard Care Homes
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Location: Leeds
Job Description:

Overview

Registered Home Manager role at Orchard Care Homes. Lead Middleton Park Lodge in Leeds as we continue the commissioning of our Reconnect service.

Location

Middleton Park Lodge – Acre Cl, Middleton, Leeds LS10 4HX

Salary

up to £75k – depending on experience.

What is Reconnect?

Reconnect is Orchard Care Homes’ award-winning model of dementia care, designed to help people living with dementia reconnect with the life they love. These specialist communities are built around the principles of independence, engagement, and meaningful living.

Reconnect Communities Feature

  • Homely environments with fully equipped kitchens and utility rooms
  • Dedicated hobby spaces such as gardening rooms, DIY workshops, and creative studios
  • A higher ratio of dementia-trained staff providing 24/7 support
  • Personalised care plans and innovative wellbeing monitoring technologies

In recognition of its impact, Orchard Care Homes won the 2023 LaingBuisson Award for Excellence in Large Residential Care, with Reconnect at the heart of this achievement.

About The Role

As the Registered Home Manager, you will:

  • Lead and inspire a dedicated team to deliver outstanding care and support.
  • Drive the continued commissioning and implementation of our Reconnect service at Middleton Park Lodge.
  • Ensure compliance with CQC regulations and Orchard’s high standards of care.
  • Build strong relationships with residents, families, and the wider community.
  • Champion a culture of continuous improvement, learning, and development.

What We’re Looking For

  • A proven track record as a Registered Manager in a care home setting.
  • Strong leadership and people management skills.
  • Experience in commissioning or service development is highly desirable.
  • A passion for delivering person-centred care and innovation in dementia services.

Why Join Orchard Care Homes?

  • Competitive salary and performance-related bonus.
  • Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development.
  • Access to our award-winning Learning & Development programmes.
  • Generous colleague benefits including discounts, wellbeing support, and recognition schemes.

Orchard is on an exciting journey of growth and transformation, with a strong focus on specialist care and service excellence. This role offers a unique opportunity for someone passionate about turn-around leadership to make a real impact in a home and then continue to grow within a forward-thinking group.

We’re looking for individuals who are not only experienced and driven but also inspired by the chance to be part of something bigger. If you’re motivated by challenge, change, and career progression, Orchard could be the perfect place to take your next step.

About Middleton Park Lodge

Orchard Care Homes has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones.

A largely residential suburb of Leeds, Middleton Park Lodge is an established nursing home that has been purpose-built to provide specialist care tailored to older people.

We believe in investing in our people. Your professional development is encouraged, and you will receive plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.

We proudly support the Armed Forces community and welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and military spouses as part of our commitment to the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We value the unique skills and experiences that service personnel bring and are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

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Posted: January 3rd, 2026