How to use these figures
Pay varies significantly by location, provider, home type, registration status, on-call expectations and responsibilities. The ranges below are CANDL indicative market observations from roles and searches discussed in 2026, not a verified UK-wide salary survey.
Indicative annual salary ranges
Deputy Manager: approximately £34,000–£42,000. Registered Manager: approximately £50,000–£65,000. Experienced or specialist Registered Manager: approximately £60,000–£70,000+. Responsible Individual: approximately £60,000–£80,000+ for some full-time leadership roles. Part-time and portfolio RI arrangements may be structured differently.
Compare like with like
Before comparing offers, check whether a figure includes sleep-ins, bonuses, on-call payments, travel, pension, registration incentives or additional homes. Ask about the size of the service, complexity of needs, staff turnover and support available to the postholder.
For employers
A competitive salary helps, but clarity on expectations, autonomy, supervision, resources and organisational stability can be equally important. Benchmark the actual scope of the role rather than its title alone.
Data note
Figures are illustrative CANDL market guidance based on 2026 recruitment activity. They should be validated against current local advertisements before publication and reviewed quarterly.
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