Care Coordinator

MyLife Homecare; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave (up to 28 days)

Training & development

Career progression

Free DBS check

EAP

Wellbeing services

Blue Light Card discounts

Supportive environment

Recognition programmes

Job summary

MyLife Homecare in Canterbury is seeking a dedicated Care Coordinator to organise care services and oversee staff rotas. You will schedule client visits, ensure safety and continuity of care, and liaise with families and healthcare professionals to meet evolving needs.

The role requires strong organisational skills, experience with rostering or care planning software, and a client-focused mindset. This is a full-time, on-site position with opportunities for training and progression.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Care Coordinator role or similar in Health & Social Care.
• Experience using electronic rostering or care planning systems.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Good knowledge of domiciliary care services and client-centred care.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (desirable).
• Right to Work in the UK; sponsorship not offered.

Responsibilities

• Plan and maintain care staff rotas and client visit schedules.
• Coordinate and ensure safe, high-quality care delivery.
• Maintain continuity of care wherever possible.
• Liaise with clients, families, staff and healthcare professionals.
• Monitor service delivery and respond to changes in client needs.
• Support recruitment, onboarding and training activities.
• Maintain accurate records and electronic care systems.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Support on-call service as required.

Skills

Care coordination

Rostering management

Time management

Communication

Client-focused care

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Tools

Electronic rostering system

Care planning software

Job description

Salary: £28,000.00 P/A Inclusive of on call duties

Looking for a rewarding career in care?

The MyLife team provides high-quality private home care services across Kent and other locations across the UK. As we continue to grow, we are looking for an organised, proactive and compassionate Care Coordinator to join our dedicated office team.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in ensuring our clients receive safe, high-quality care while supporting and coordinating our frontline care staff.

Benefits of Working with Us

• Permanent full-time position
• Up to 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Career progression opportunities
• Fully funded Health & Social Care qualifications
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing confidential counselling and wellbeing support
• Access to Wellbeing Services
• Free DBS check
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Recognition and reward programmes
• The opportunity to make a real difference every day

About the Role

As a Care Coordinator, you will be responsible for coordinating care services and ensuring that care visits are delivered efficiently, safely and in line with client requirements.

Your duties will include:

• Planning and maintaining care staff rotas
• Coordinating and scheduling client visits
• Ensuring continuity of care wherever possible
• Liaising with clients, families, care staff and healthcare professionals
• Monitoring service delivery and responding to changes in client needs
• Supporting recruitment, onboarding and training activities
• Maintaining accurate records and electronic care systems
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Supporting the on-call service as required

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience in a Care Coordinator role or similar position within Health & Social Care.
• Experience using electronic rostering or care planning systems.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Good knowledge of domiciliary care services and client-centred care.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (desirable).
• Right to Work in the UK. We are currently unable to offer sponsorship.

Be Part of Something That Truly Matters

At MyLife, we are committed to supporting our teams and helping them develop rewarding careers in care.

If you are organised, motivated and passionate about delivering outstanding care services, we'd love to hear from you.