Domiciliary Care Manager

Leaders In Care Ltd; Widnes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A home care service provider in Widnes seeks an experienced Registered Domiciliary Care Manager to lead a thriving branch. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, ensuring quality care standards, and developing a high-performing team. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills and experience in home care management. The role offers career development opportunities and a salary up to £36,000 per annum.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Support from experienced colleagues

Recognition for outstanding contributions

Qualifications

• Proven experience in domiciliary/home care management or equivalent senior role.
• Confident in managing budgets and commercial performance.
• Willingness to acquire a Level 5 qualification if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the branch team to ensure exceptional care delivery.
• Oversee the daily operations of the care service.
• Maintain compliance with internal quality standards and CQC requirements.
• Monitor branch performance including budgets and staff rotas.
• Build relationships with service users and external partners.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Decision-making abilities

Understanding of CQC regulations

Budget management

Education

Level 5 qualification in Leadership & Management for Health and Social Care

Job description

Are you an inspiring leader who thrives in a fast-paced care environment? This is your opportunity to take ownership of a thriving home care service, lead a committed team, and ensure people in your community receive the exceptional support they deserve.

We are looking for a Registered Domiciliary Care Manager to head up a busy branch in Widnes, delivering high-quality home care. You’ll oversee daily operations, champion outstanding care standards, and guide a team of Care Coordinators, Field Supervisors, and frontline care professionals. If you’re passionate about empowering others, driving improvement, and shaping a service you can be proud of, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and develop a high-performing branch team, promoting a culture focused on quality, safety, and compassion.
• Oversee the day-to-day running of the service, ensuring care delivery meets individual needs and regulatory expectations.
• Ensure staffing levels meet demand and that suitable, well-trained care workers are available to deliver exceptional support.
• Maintain compliance with internal quality standards, CQC requirements, contracts, and safeguarding responsibilities.
• Monitor and manage branch performance, including budgets, rotas, care planning, audits, and service growth.
• Build strong relationships with service users, families, professionals, and external partners.
• Support recruitment, induction, training, and ongoing development of your team.
• Drive continuous improvement and identify opportunities to enhance the service.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong leadership skills with experience in domiciliary/home care management or a senior role within the sector.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and decision-making abilities.
• A solid understanding of CQC regulations, quality frameworks, risk management, and safeguarding.
• Confidence in managing budgets and commercial performance.
• Ideally, a Level 5 qualification in Leadership & Management for Health and Social Care — or willingness to work towards it.
• If you’re currently a Deputy Manager, Senior Coordinator or experienced care professional looking to step up, support can be provided to help you transition into the role.

What’s on Offer

• A leadership position where your ideas and expertise genuinely shape the direction of the branch.
• Opportunities for professional development, coaching, and support from experienced senior colleagues.
• A workplace culture that celebrates dedication, recognises excellence, and encourages growth.
• Access to modern systems, robust support networks, and innovative tools to help your team excel.
• Regular recognition for outstanding contributions across the service.

This is a full time, permanent position working as Registered Domiciliary Care Manager, with a salary negotiable on experience, up to circa £36,000 per annum.

If you’re driven, compassionate, and ready to lead a service that makes a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply / contact Gemma at Leaders in Care for further details.