Dom care Manager

Purosearch Ltd; Dartford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading domiciliary care provider in Dartford is seeking a Registered Manager to oversee operations and ensure compliance with CQC standards. The ideal candidate will have previous experience managing a domiciliary care service and possess strong leadership and communication skills. This full-time, permanent role offers competitive salary and opportunities for ongoing training and career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive senior management team

Ongoing training and development

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager in domiciliary care.
• Strong understanding of CQC regulations and compliance.
• Proven experience managing a busy domiciliary care service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the domiciliary care branch.
• Ensure compliance with CQC standards and regulations.
• Lead, support, and develop care coordinators and field care teams.
• Manage recruitment, staffing levels, and performance.
• Build relationships with service users and external professionals.

Skills

People-management skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Leadership ability

Understanding of scheduling

Understanding of compliance

Care planning knowledge

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 5 in Leadership & Management

Job description

Registered Manager – Domiciliary Care

Location: Dartford, Kent
Hours: Full-time | Permanent
Salary: Competitive (DOE)

About the Role

As the Registered Manager, you will take full responsibility for the operational management of the domiciliary care service. You will ensure full compliance with CQC regulations, maintain excellent quality standards, and lead a dedicated team to deliver safe, person-centred care across the Dartford area.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the domiciliary care branch
• Ensure compliance with CQC standards and all regulatory requirements
• Lead, support, and develop care coordinators and field care teams
• Manage recruitment, staffing levels, rotas, and performance
• Build strong relationships with service users, families, local authorities, and external professionals
• Drive branch growth, quality improvements, and operational efficiency
• Ensure effective safeguarding, incident management, and service delivery standards

About You

We are looking for a confident and proactive Registered Manager with a passion for high-quality community care.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager in domiciliary care
• Strong understanding of CQC regulations and compliance
• Proven experience managing or supporting a busy dom care service
• Excellent people-management, communication, and organisational skills
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams
• Strong understanding of scheduling, compliance, and care planning

Desirable

• NVQ/QCF Level 5 in Leadership & Management (or working towards)
• Experience working with local authorities and commissioning teams

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Supportive senior management team
• Opportunity to lead a reputable, growing domiciliary care branch
• Ongoing training, development, and career progression
• Positive, team-focused working environment

How to Apply

If you’re an experienced domiciliary care leader looking for your next opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.
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