Branch Care Manager - Blackpool

Helping Hands; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care provider in England seeks a passionate Registered Care Manager to lead an established branch. You will drive operations, ensure compliance, and inspire a team of carers to deliver exceptional care. The role offers competitive compensation and benefits, including autonomy to shape local care services and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Up to £38,000 per year

Bonus scheme up to £10,000

25 days' annual leave

Career progression opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in care, healthcare, education, housing, or similar.
• Willing to work towards Level 5 Leadership Qualification.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operations of the branch.
• Recruit, develop, and inspire a team of carers.
• Ensure compliance with CQC/CIW standards.
• Drive local business growth and review operations.

Skills

Management experience in a regulated sector

Understanding of CQC standards

Passion for person-centred care

Strong people management skills

Ability to drive commercial growth

Education

Level 5 in Leadership for Health & Social Care

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day running of the branch, ensuring efficiency, profitability, and outstanding care
• Hold CQC/CIW registration and ensure full compliance
• Recruit, develop, and inspire a growing team of carers
• Seek out new business opportunities and drive commercial growth
• Regularly review operations to ensure every customer's needs are met
• Champion best practice and support ongoing staff development

What You'll Bring

• 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 willingness to work towards it)
• 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 Home Care has been a trusted leader in the UK's private adult care sector, helping people of all ages stay independent in the place they love most: home. With over 150 branches across England and Wales, our reputation is built on exceptional care and a commitment to innovation.

Now, we're looking for a passionate Registered Care Manager to lead our established branch into its next phase of growth. Working for Helping Hands is like running your own Domiciliary Care company – but with the backing of a respected national brand and a network of support. You'll have the autonomy to make decisions that put your customers and carers first, and the opportunity to shape the future of care in your community.

Ready to lead an established branch and drive its next phase of growth?

Compensation & Benefits

• Up to £38,000 per year + bonus scheme up to £10,000
• A branch with a strong foundation and loyal customer base
• Real autonomy to shape your team and drive local growth
• Career progression as we continue to expand
• 25 days' annual leave (rising to 27 with service)
• Blue Light Card – discounts at hundreds of retailers
• Employee assistance programme for your wellbeing
• Support to complete nationally recognised qualifications
• Refer a friend scheme and annual salary review

Your Mission