General Manager (Interim) – Neuro Rehabilitation Centre
Location: Leatherhead, Surrey
Salary: £60,000 per annum (9-month fixed-term contract)
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)

About Us

Appoint Healthcare is proud to partner with a leading national provider of health and social care services, specialising in neurological rehabilitation for both young people and adults. We are currently looking for a dynamic and experienced General Manager to join a 48-bed Neuro Rehabilitation Centre in Leatherhead, which focuses on providing exceptional care to individuals recovering from acquired brain injuries, strokes, incomplete spinal injuries, and neurological conditions. The centre offers long-term, complex care with a focus on personalised therapy and 24-hour nursing support.

You will be leading a multidisciplinary team of nursing and care staff, activity coordinators, administrative personnel, and volunteers, all working within a consultant-led service. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the culture, operational efficiency, and quality of a transformative and vital service.

The Role

As General Manager, you will be instrumental in leading the centre through a period of transformation, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and ensuring operational excellence. You will report directly to the Head of Service and will be responsible for providing compassionate leadership, driving high-quality rehabilitation practices, and upholding the organisation’s values and standards.

This is a 9-month fixed-term contract to support the centre’s strategic restructuring process. We are seeking an individual who will play a key role in this journey, ensuring the centre continues to deliver the highest standards of care during this transition.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Transformation: Lead the continuous improvement of service delivery, driving innovation and operational efficiency.
• Regulatory Compliance: Act as the registered Care and Rehabilitation Centre Manager, ensuring full compliance with CQC standards and health regulations.
• Client Care: Prioritise client welfare, safety, and overall quality of life.
• Staff Support & Development: Inspire, motivate, and train staff to uphold high standards of care and performance.
• Service Innovation: Identify and implement innovative approaches to enhance service delivery and maximise income.
• Quality & Facility Management: Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards, maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for both clients and staff.
• Client Advocacy & Engagement: Address client concerns effectively and promote open communication within the team.
• On-Call Duties: Provide on-call support as necessary.

Requirements for the Role

• Management Qualification (Essential): Relevant management qualifications for overseeing healthcare services.
• Clinical/Medical/Health & Social Care Qualifications (Essential): Minimum qualification level 5 or equivalent.
• Professional Registration (Desirable): NMC/HCPC/GMC/CQC registration.

Employee Benefits

• Annual Leave: 25 days + 8 bank holidays, increasing to 27 days after 3 years and 28 days after 4 years.
• Life Insurance: Benefit of 4x your basic salary, supporting mortgage or rental applications.
• Health & Wellbeing: Access to the Westfield Healthcare cashback scheme, shopping discounts, and a Blue Light Card.
• Pension Scheme: Offering a robust pension plan.
• Sick Pay: Comprehensive sick pay policy.
• Career Development: Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Free On-Site Parking: Available for staff.

How to Apply

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in this exciting leadership role, please contact:

Erin Giles
Recruitment Director
Tel: 07360 268 135
Email: erin.giles@appointgroup.co.uk
REF: APPEG1

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to offering reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment journey. We encourage applications from all sectors of the community, particularly individuals with disabilities.