Care Coordinator | Manchester

Olive Recruit; Manchester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Care Coordinator to ensure clients receive exceptional care. This role involves managing staff schedules, maintaining compliance with CQC standards, and supporting communication among clients and professionals. The ideal candidate should have experience in a similar role, excellent organizational skills, and a compassionate approach. This position offers a full-time contract with competitive benefits including paid holidays and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

25 days of paid holiday per year

8 days of paid Bank Holidays

Additional day off on your birthday

Potential to earn a bonus after probation

Work-based pension scheme

Career progression opportunities

Comprehensive induction support

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Care Coordinator or similar role within health and social care.
• Good understanding of CQC regulations, Care Standards Act, and Health and Social Care Act.
• Compassionate approach and able to handle pressure in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure clients receive person-centred care within agreed timescales.
• Schedule staff and manage care rotas.
• Maintain compliance with CQC standards and support field staff.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Ability to prioritise

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Tools

Care management/scheduling systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Care Coordinator

Job Types : Full-time, Permanent

Salary : £28 000 per year

Hours : 40 hours per week

Location : Manchester

Job Scope

Our client is looking for a dedicated Care Coordinator to join their growing healthcare team. The Care Coordinator will play a key role in ensuring clients receive exceptional, person-centred care within agreed timescales. This role involves scheduling staff, maintaining accurate records, and supporting effective communication between clients, care professionals, and families.

The Care Coordinator will manage care rotas, ensure all visits are appropriately covered, and maintain compliance with CQC standards. They will work closely with field staff, providing them with up-to-date information and support to deliver quality care. The ideal candidate will be highly organised, confident using scheduling systems, and motivated to build strong relationships with both clients and staff. This role requires a compassionate approach, a clear understanding of healthcare legislation, and the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Do you have?

• Previous experience working as a Care Coordinator or in a similar role within health and social care
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Experience using care management or scheduling systems (e.g., People Planner or similar)
• Good understanding of CQC regulations, the Care Standards Act, and the Health and Social Care Act
• Ability to manage priorities and handle pressure in a busy environment
• A caring and professional attitude with strong attention to detail
• Competence in using Microsoft Office and maintaining accurate digital and manual records
• Flexibility to participate in the on-call rota when required

Benefits

• 25 days of paid holiday per year
• 8 days of paid Bank Holidays
• Additional day off on your birthday
• Potential to earn a bonus after successful probation
• Option to enroll in a work-based pension scheme
• Comprehensive support to ensure confidence in job performance
• Opportunities for career progression and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) aligned with career aspirations and discussed with your line manager
• Comprehensive induction provided to support your integration into the role

At Olive Recruit, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that embraces diversity and promotes inclusivity. Our core values, Integrity, Impact, Inclusivity, and Innovation, guide our efforts to create an environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to excel.

As a recruitment agency, we prioritise sourcing and placing diverse candidates with our clients, recognising that diverse perspectives are essential for business success and inclusive work environments.

We take great pride in celebrating the unique backgrounds and experiences of our team members and candidates. By embracing these different perspectives, we not only create a great place to work but also better serve our clients. Your individuality is what makes our team strong.

Join us in championing our values and building a workplace where everyone can thrive.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All colleagues are expected to share this commitment and participate fully in safeguarding training and processes.

The successful applicant will undergo a free enhanced disclosure from the disclosure barring service & other compliance checks required.