Deputy Care Manager - Domiciliary

Additional Resources Ltd; Bedford; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Annual leave entitlement

Staff recognition and awards

Refer-a-friend incentive (£300)

Job summary

Additional Resources Ltd in Bedford is recruiting a Deputy Care Manager to oversee domiciliary and residential care services for adults with mental health conditions and disabilities. You will coordinate care rotas, audits and reviews, supervise staff, support recruitment and ensure compliance with care regulations.

This full-time role offers £16–£18 per hour along with a pension, annual leave and recognition schemes; a full UK driving licence is essential and Level 3 (Level 5 preferred) Health

Qualifications

• Experience as Deputy Care Manager or similar role.
• Level 3 Health and Social Care; Level 5 preferred.
• Must have a full UK driving licence.
• Experience in domiciliary or home care preferred.
• Knowledge of CQC requirements and domiciliary care regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care rotas, referrals, enquiries and care package reviews.
• Conduct care audits, spot checks and reviews of care plans, risk assessments, MAR charts and electronic records.
• Support staff recruitment, induction, training, supervision and appraisals.
• Attend care reviews, manage complaints, organise surveys and communicate findings to management.
• Maintain service records, prepare reports and meeting minutes, and support policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education

Health and Social Care Level 3

Health and Social Care Level 5

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Care Manager to join an independent adult social care provider offering domiciliary care, residential care and supported accommodation for adults with mental health conditions, learning disabilities and physical health needs.

As a Deputy Care Manager, you will support the management of domiciliary care operations, oversee compliance, supervise staff and maintain high standards of care delivery.

This full-time role offers salary range of £16 - £18 per hour and benefits.

You will be responsible for:

• Coordinate care rotas, referrals, enquiries and care package reviews.
• Conduct care audits, spot checks and reviews of care plans, risk assessments, MAR charts and electronic records.
• Support staff recruitment, induction, training, supervision and appraisals.
• Attend care reviews, manage complaints, organise surveys and communicate findings to management.
• Maintain service records, prepare reports and meeting minutes, and support policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

What we are looking for:

• Previously worked as a Deputy Care Manager, Senior Care Coordinator or in a similar role.
• At least a Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care; Level 5 would be preferred.
• Must be a driver with a full UK driving licence.
• Ideally, previous experience in domiciliary or home care
• Capable to complete audits, spot checks, care plan reviews and risk assessments.
• Working knowledge of CQC requirements, applicable domiciliary care regulations and relevant legislation.
• Ability to produce financial and management reports and maintain accurate records.

The candidates from the following background will be considered:

Deputy Manager, Assistant care Manager, Assistant home Manager, Deputy care Manager, Deputy home Manager, Domiciliary Care Manager, Adult Care Manager, Homecare Manager, Senior Care Coordinator, Senior Care Supervisor, Team Leader, Team Manager or in a similar role.

Whats on offer:

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme
• Annual leave entitlement
• Staff recognition and awards
• A supportive team environment
• £300 refer-a-friend incentive, subject to the qualifying period