Care Consultant (Interim/Turnaround Manager)

Delphi Care Solutions Ltd; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Delphi Care Solutions Ltd is seeking a Care Consultant to improve performance in care homes. This role involves leading critical interventions, mentoring care teams, and implementing sustainable changes within the healthcare sector. Candidates must have management experience in care homes along with relevant qualifications. The position offers competitive daily rates and flexible project work.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Access to multi-disciplinary support

Prompt monthly invoice payment

Career flexibility

Tax benefits for self-employed

Qualifications

• Registered Manager with valid NMC PIN or NVQ Level 5 Leadership & Management.
• 5+ years of management experience in healthcare, preferably in care homes.
• Proven record of improving 'Inadequate' or 'Requires Improvement' services.

Responsibilities

• Lead critical interventions to improve underperforming care homes.
• Implement 30-90 day recovery plans for sustainable change.
• Conduct operational diagnostics to identify causes of underperformance.

Skills

Leadership

CQC Compliance

Budget Management

Crisis Management

Team Collaboration

Education

NMC PIN

NVQ Level 5 Leadership & Management

Job description

Job Title: Care Consultant (Interim/Turnaround Manager) - Contractor


Location: London (Site-Based Projects)


Rate: Competitive Daily Rate (DOE)


Type: Contract (Project-Based, Monday-Friday)


Start Date: Subject to Satisfactory DBS Check

Delphi Care Solutions Ltd is expanding its elite Task Force Team and seeks accomplished Interim/Turnaround Managers to transform underperforming care homes. This is your opportunity to:

Lead Critical Interventions - Take temporary leadership of struggling homes to rapidly improve CQC ratings

Implement Sustainable Change - Develop and execute 30-90-day recovery plans with measurable outcomes

Mentor Care Teams - Uplift staff capabilities while maintaining service continuity

Flexible Career Opportunities - Choose projects that match your expertise and availability

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Conducting comprehensive operational diagnostics to identify root causes of underperformance
• Implementing immediate stabilising measures for crisis situations
• Developing CQC compliance roadmaps across all Key Lines of Enquiry
• Restructuring care delivery systems to ensure sustainable quality improvements
• Preparing homes for successful mock and actual CQC inspections
• Delivering complete handover documentation with maintained improvements
  
  
  

Requirements

• Registered Manager with a valid NMC PIN (with Clinical Experience) or a NVQ Level 5 Leadership & Management (with Non-Clinical Experience)
• Manager with experience of managing Learning Disability/Autism Spectrum Disorder services
• Proven success in turning around 'Inadequate' or 'Requires Improvement' services
• At least 5 years of experience in a management role in the healthcare industry, preferably in a residential care/nursing home setting
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements for care homes in the UK
• Be able to perform suitable and assessed manual handling tasks - (service dependent e.g. use of manual handling equipment and/or breakaway training)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to rapidly assess, decide and implement effective solutions
• Experience in managing budgets and staffing.
• Access to own vehicle.
• Full UK driving licence
• Enhanced DBS registered with the rolling update system
• Professional Indemnity and Public Liability Insurance
  
  
  

Benefits

• Review applications and get back in touch within 24 hours (next business day)
• Best market pay rates
• Instant access to "Support Network" - Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) - Full clinical/non-clinical, HR and compliance support
• Regular touch points to discuss upcoming project opportunities
• Prompt monthly invoice payment with no undue delays
• Full expense policy
• Career Flexibility - Balance project work with personal commitments
• Autonomy & Independence
• Variety of Assignments
• Tax Benefits (Being self-employed)
• No long-term commitment
  
  

If you are a highly motivated and experienced Care Consultant with a passion for providing high-quality care to residents in a care home setting, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. While we offer a competitive pay rate, we equally provide opportunities for professional growth and development. Please note, this role is on an independent/contract basis. The Delphi team will provide you with ongoing support and guidance for the duration of each contract. Collaboration and teamwork are essential in the social care sector and by working together, sharing knowledge and expertise, care teams can provide the best possible care and support for their people, helping them to achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives.

For confidential discussion and CV submission, please contact Morenike 'Mo' Da-Silva at [e-mail]