Registered Care Manager - Domiciliary Care

Career Makers Inc.; Poynton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to £4,800

£1,000 guaranteed bonus in year 1

25 days annual leave

Blue Light Card discounts

Wellbeing programme

Funded qualifications

Refer-a-friend incentives

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Career Makers Inc. is seeking a Registered Care Manager to lead a new domiciliary care branch in Poynton, Cheshire. You will take ownership of the service's performance, ensure high standards (CQC-compliant) and drive growth while supporting a motivated care team.

The role combines operational and commercial responsibility in a large, established provider. A Level 5 Leadership qualification is preferred, with progression opportunities and a strong focus on person-centred care.

Qualifications

• Experience leading health and social care services.
• Strong knowledge of CQC regulations and compliance.
• Willingness to work towards Level 5 Leadership qualification.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the branch and drive growth.
• Ensure high-quality care in line with CQC standards.
• Manage recruitment, retention and staff performance.

Skills

Leadership

People management

CQC knowledge

Strategic growth

Communication

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care

Job description

Registered Care Manager - Domiciliary Care

Poynton, Cheshire

Up to £40,000 + Bonus

Full Time | Permanent

Are you an experienced care professional ready to take ownership of a new domiciliary care service with a large and established provider?

I am recruiting for a Registered Care Manager to lead a new home care branch in Poynton. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys leading people, maintaining high standards and driving the continued growth of a service.

You will have the autonomy to manage the branch as your own, while benefiting from the infrastructure, resources and senior management support of an established care provider.

The Role

As Registered Care Manager, you will take overall responsibility for the operational and commercial performance of the service, including:

• Leading the day-to-day operation of the branch
• Maintaining excellent standards in line with CQC requirements
• Leading, supporting and developing the branch and care teams
• Ensuring customers receive safe, personalised and high-quality care
• Growing the service and increasing care hours
• Managing recruitment, retention and staff performance
• Monitoring budgets, KPIs and overall branch performance
• Developing relationships with clients, families and local healthcare professionals
• Promoting a positive, supportive and person-centred culture

About You

We are looking for an enthusiastic and commercially aware manager with strong leadership skills.

• Previous management experience within health and social care or another regulated environment
• Good knowledge of CQC regulations and compliance
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care, or a willingness to work towards this
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• The ability to identify opportunities to develop and grow a service
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle

What's on Offer?

• Salary up to £40,000
• Performance-related bonus of up to £4,800
• £1000 guaranteed bonus in year 1
• 25 days annual leave, increasing with service
• Annual salary review
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Employee wellbeing and assistance programme
• Funded qualifications and ongoing leadership development
• Refer-a-friend incentives
• Excellent opportunities for future career progression

This is a great opportunity for an ambitious manager who wants to make an impact within an established provider, with plenty of scope to develop the branch and build a successful, motivated team.