Care Manager

Integrative Supported Living Care Ltd; Grantham; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Integrative Supported Living Care Ltd in Grantham is seeking a dynamic Care Manager to lead delivery of person-centred care and support services. You will develop and supervise staff, ensure safety, and maintain high standards of quality and compliance across Grantham and surrounding areas.

You will work to improve service quality, collaborate with local authorities, and support regulatory audits while promoting independence for adults with complex needs.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
• Level 5 management qualification and care leadership.
• Full UK driving license due to travel between services.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Good knowledge of CQC standards and care regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee day-to-day delivery of high-quality care and support.
• Manage, support and develop care staff with a professional culture.
• Ensure services are safe and compliant with CQC and policies.
• Oversee assessment, implementation and review of care plans.
• Conduct risk assessments and monitor changes in needs.
• Manage safeguarding, incidents, complaints, and escalation.
• Recruitment, induction, supervision and staff development.
• Liaise with authorities, commissioners and external agencies.

Education

NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership

NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Adult Care

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (Adults)

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

Grantham/Lincolnshire Full-time £33 - £33 per hourly Posted 07 Sep 2026

Full-time

About Us

We are customer-centric, professional, and supportive.Integrative Care works in partnership with Social Services, Community Mental Health Teams (CMHT), and private individuals within leading Local Authorities across the UK offering high-quality supported housing for adults at risk. We provide a range of specialist residential and supported living services to support adults aged 18 and over with Mental Health needs, Learning Disabilities (including Autistic Spectrum Condition), challenging behavior, or complex needs.We strongly believe that Integrative Care should lead the way in setting standards of customer care and satisfaction.

Job Summary

We are looking for a dynamic, experienced and compassionate Care Manager to join our team and lead the delivery of high-quality care and support services across Grantham and the surrounding areas.This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated care professional who is passionate about delivering person-centred care, supporting and developing staff, and maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.As Care Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day management and development of the service, ensuring that individuals receive safe, effective and responsive care that meets their needs and promotes their independence.If you are an experienced care professional looking to take the next step in your career and make a genuine impact on the quality of care delivered within your community, we would love to hear from you

Key Responsibilities

Lead and oversee the day-to-day delivery of high-quality, person-centred care and support services.Manage, support and develop care staff, promoting a positive, professional and accountable working culture.Ensure services are delivered safely and in line with CQC requirements, relevant legislation, organisational policies and best practice.Oversee the assessment, implementation, review and ongoing monitoring of individual care and support plans.Ensure risk assessments are completed, reviewed and updated in response to changes in individuals' needs.Monitor the quality of care through audits, spot checks, service reviews, feedback and other quality assurance processes.Manage safeguarding concerns, incidents, complaints and other service-related concerns appropriately, ensuring timely escalation and follow-up.Support effective staff recruitment, induction, supervision, appraisal, competency assessment and ongoing development.Monitor staffing levels and work with the wider team to ensure services are appropriately and safely staffed.Build and maintain positive relationships with individuals receiving support, their families, representatives and other professionals.Liaise effectively with local authorities, healthcare professionals, commissioners and other external agencies.Support the safe management of medication and ensure medication practices meet organisational and regulatory requirements.Maintain accurate, complete and up-to-date care records and ensure appropriate confidentiality and data protection standards are followed.Identify areas for service improvement and contribute to the development and growth of existing and new care services.Support the Registered Manager and wider management team with regulatory compliance, audits, inspections and continuous improvement.Participate in the management on-call rota where required and provide appropriate support in response to operational issues.

Qualifications & Skills

Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, or equivalent, essentialLevel 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult CareRelevant Care Certificate or equivalent care-sector trainingFull UK driving license due to the nature of the role and travel between services

Requirements

Strong leadership and management skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsGood knowledge of CQC standards and care regulationsStrong organisational and problem-solving skillsConfident in care planning, risk assessment and safeguardingCompassionate and person-centred approachGood IT and record-keeping skillsFlexible, reliable and able to work independently

• NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership
• NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Adult Care
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (Adults)
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Please note: these are the qualifications we accept for this role — you are not expected to hold all of them. Applicants only need the level and type of NVQ/Diploma relevant to the role they are applying for, or an equivalent qualification. Candidates working towards a relevant qualification, or with substantial care experience, are also welcome to apply.

Integrative Supported Living Care Ltd.

Supporting independence across Northamptonshire, Derbyshire, Lincolnshire and surrounding areas.