Care Manager

Active Care Group; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is looking for a Care Manager in Oxford. This hybrid role involves managing care packages, ensuring high-quality client-focused care, and supporting recruitment. Ideal candidates will have NVQ 4 in Health and Social Care and experience at a Team Leader level. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £30,000 plus benefits including annual leave and training opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

E-learning and training opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Must hold NVQ 4 or above in Health and Social Care.
• Full UK Driving License required.
• Experience in care at Team Leader level or above.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage care packages.
• Produce assessment reports for clients.
• Ensure accurate records are maintained.

Skills

Client-focused care

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team leadership

Positive attitude

Education

NVQ 4 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a hybrid role with 2 days in the office and 3 days visiting clients or home based? Do you have experience as a Care Manager? Active Care Group's Care in the Home division continues to grow, delivering safe, reliable and outcome-based care to clients with the support of our team of clinicians, support workers and management.

We have an opportunity for an experienced Care Manager with NVQ 4 or above in Health and Social Care to join our friendly and supportive team in Oxford and surrounding areas. This role offers ownership of care packages and the rewarding impact of helping clients remain in their own homes for as long as possible.

Active Care Group has over 25 years of specialist experience providing high-quality complex care in clients\' homes, taking into account medical and social needs as well as emotional wellbeing. Our packages are tailored to fit each person\'s needs, preferences and lifestyle, and we consider the wider impact on families and friends.

What you\'ll be working

• This is a hybrid role with 2 days in the office (Thame, Oxford) and 3 days a combination of client visits and/or home-based work
• 37.5 hours per week, predominantly Monday–Friday 9:00am–5:30pm (hours/days may flex); you must be willing to be part of an on-call rota on nights/weekends

What you\'ll be doing

• Own and manage care packages in your area
• Work with the Business Development Manager to review suitable referrals
• Produce suitable assessment reports for care packages for clients
• Build excellent working relationships with clients, families and external bodies
• Ensure we provide client-focused high-quality care at all times
• Support with recruitment and training for Support Workers for care packages in your area
• Ensure all records are accurate and completed in a timely manner

What you\'ll have

• NVQ 4 or above in Health and Social Care
• Full UK Driving Licence
• A passion for delivering high-quality client-focused care
• Experience in care at Team Leader level or above; previous management experience would be an advantage
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A positive attitude and a commitment to continuous improvement and quality

We also want to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable facilities to participate in job applications or interviews to perform essential job functions. We are a Disability Confident committed employer.

What to look forward to

• Salary up to £30,000 per annum which includes on-call rota
• 25 days annual leave, plus your birthday off
• Join the Active Learning Hub with a wide range of e-learning and training opportunities
• Active Reward App with discounts on your weekly shop
• Free 24-hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Nest Pension and Medicash Health Plan options
• Recognising outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme worth up to £1000

Reference: INDCITH