Interim Manager - Care Consultant

Delphi Care Solutions; London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Delphi Care Solutions is seeking an Interim Manager (Care Consultant) to lead critical interventions in underperforming care homes in London. This contractor role requires significant experience in the healthcare sector, particularly with learning disabilities and ASD, with responsibilities including operational diagnostics and staff mentoring. Competitive daily rates offered.

Benefits

Career Flexibility

Support Network - MDT

Prompt monthly invoice payment

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of management experience in healthcare, especially in learning disabilities and ASD.
• Knowledge of UK care home regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead interventions to improve CQC ratings.
• Develop recovery plans with measurable outcomes.
• Conduct operational diagnostics to identify issues.

Skills

Leadership

CQC Compliance

Operational Diagnostics

Team Mentoring

Budget Management

Education

Registered Manager with a valid NMC PIN

NVQ Level 5 Leadership & Management

Job description

Job Title: Interim Manager (Care Consultant) – Contractor

Location: London (Site-Based Project)

Rate: Competitive Daily Rate (DOE)

Type: Contract (Project-Based, Monday-Friday)

Start Date: Subject to Satisfactory DBS Check

Delphi Care Solutions Ltd is expanding its eliteTask Force Teamand seeks accomplishedInterim/Turnaround Managerswith proven Learning Disabilities and ASD experience with residential care services to transform underperforming care homes. This is your opportunity to:

Lead Critical Interventions– Take temporary leadership of struggling homes to rapidly improve CQC ratings
Implement Sustainable Change– Develop and execute 30–90-day recovery plans with measurable outcomes
Mentor Care Teams– Uplift staff capabilities while maintaining service continuity
Flexible Career Opportunities– Choose projects that match your expertise and availability

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Conductingcomprehensive operational diagnosticsto identify root causes of underperformance
• Implementingimmediate stabilising measuresfor crisis situations
• DevelopingCQC compliance roadmapsacross all Key Lines of Enquiry
• Preparing homes forsuccessful mock and actual CQC inspections
• Deliveringcomplete handover documentationwith maintained improvements

Requirements

• Registered Manager with a valid NMC PIN (with Clinical Experience) or a NVQ Level 5 Leadership & Management (with Non-Clinical Experience)
• Proven success inturning around 'Inadequate' or 'Requires Improvement' services
• At least 5 years of experience in a management role in the healthcare industry, preferably with proven and extensive knowledge of learning disabilities and ASD within a care home setting
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements for care homes in the UK
• Be able to perform suitable and assessed manual handling tasks – (service dependent e.g. use of manual handling equipment and/or breakaway training)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability torapidly assess, decide and implementeffective solutions
• Experience in managing budgets and staffing.
• Access to own vehicle.
• Full UK driving licence
• Enhanced DBS registered with the rolling update system
• Professional Indemnity and Public Liability Insurance
• Review applications and get back in touch within 24 hours (next business day)
• Best market pay rates
• Instant access to "Support Network”- Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT)– Full clinical/non-clinical, HR and compliance support
• Regular touch points to discuss upcoming project opportunities
• Prompt monthly invoice payment with no undue delays
• Career Flexibility– Balance project work with personal commitments
• Variety of Assignments
• No long-term commitment

If you are a highly motivated and experienced Care Consultant with a passion for providing high-quality care to residents in a care home setting, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. While we offer a competitive pay rate, we equally provide opportunities for professional growth and development. Please note, this role is on an independent/contract basis. The Delphi team will provide you with ongoing support and guidance for the duration of each contract. Collaboration and teamwork are essential in the social care sector and by working together, sharing knowledge and expertise, care teams can provide the best possible care and support for their people, helping them to achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives.

For confidential discussion and CV submission, please contactMorenike 'Mo' Da-Silva at [e-mail]