Branch Care Manager - Ashford

Helping Hands; Ashford; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A home care company is seeking a Registered Care Manager for a new branch in Ashford. This is an exciting opportunity to shape community care by building a team and driving growth. Ideal candidates will have management experience in regulated sectors and a commitment to person-centred care. Benefits include a salary of up to £45,000, career progression opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Up to £45,000 per year

Autonomy to build your own team

25 days' holiday (rising to 27 with service)

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in a regulated sector like care or education.
• Experience with CQC standards is desirable.
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Build the branch from scratch and inspire your own team.
• Ensure compliance with CQC regulations.
• Create strong relationships with customers and local partners.

Skills

Management experience in regulated sector

Understanding of compliance, quality, and people management

Passion for person-centred care

Driving licence and access to vehicle

Education

Level 5 in Leadership for Health & Social Care

Job description

We're launching a brand-new Helping Hands branch in Ashford, and we're searching for a people‑focussed Registered Care Manager to take the reins. This is your chance to shape the future of care in your community – starting with a blank canvas and making it your own.

• Proven management experience in a regulated sector (care, healthcare, education, housing, or similar)
• Experience with CQC standards is desirable, but we're happy to support the right candidate to develop this knowledge
• Level 5 in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or working towards)
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
• A passion for person‑centred care and a values‑driven approach
• We welcome applications from candidates with leadership experience in any regulated industry – if you understand compliance, quality, and people management, we want to hear from you!

Since 1989, Helping Hands has been a trusted name in home care, with over 150 branches nationwide. Now, we're bringing our award‑winning care to Ashford, and you could be the driving force behind our newest success story.

Benefits

• Up to £45,000 per year
• A rare opportunity to launch and lead a brand‑new branch
• Full autonomy to build your own team, culture, and reputation
• Permanent, stable leadership role with huge growth potential
• Constant support from our senior leadership and national network
• Clear path to career progression as we continue to expand
• 25 days' holiday (rising to 27 with service)
• Blue Light Card, Employee Assistance Programme, and recognition rewards

Your Mission

• Build the branch from scratch – recruit, develop, and inspire your own team of care professionals
• Hold CQC registration and ensure compliance from day one
• Create strong relationships with customers, families, and local partners
• Drive growth in care hours and establish a trusted local reputation
• Take full ownership of commercial performance, quality, and operational excellence