Registered Care Manager - £40K - Runcorn

Amber Mace; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-driven home care provider in Runcorn is seeking a Registered Care Manager to lead their team and ensure the delivery of high-quality care. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in domiciliary care management, possess strong leadership skills, and hold an NVQ/QCF Level 5 in Health and Social Care. This role offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Refer a Friend Scheme

Quarterly & Annual Carer Awards

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Mileage Allowance

Career Growth opportunities

Supportive Environment

Weekly/Fortnightly Pay & Pension

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years' managerial experience in domiciliary care.
• Professional qualifications or recognised managerial training are an advantage.
• Ability to work flexible hours and provide hands-on care when required.
• Must hold or be willing to obtain work-related car insurance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the branch, ensuring efficient and profitable operations.
• Manage and ensure the branch's CQC registration and compliance with guidelines.
• Lead recruitment from attracting new care staff to onboarding and creating weekly staffing rotas.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to drive branch growth.

Skills

Care Management Experience

Leadership Skills

Organisational Skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 5 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Overview

Registered Care Manager – £40k – Runcorn. Position: Registered Care Manager. Shifts available: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week, with availability to be on call or work weekends where necessary.

We are a community‑driven organisation delivering Home Care (Domiciliary Care) services to support individuals in their own homes. As a Registered Care Manager, you will lead our team in delivering outstanding care while overseeing operational efficiency and service growth. If you're passionate about leading teams and making a real difference in home care, we want to hear from you.

Benefits

• Refer a Friend Scheme: Earn £125 for both you and your referral (terms apply).
• Quarterly & Annual Carer Awards: Be celebrated for your dedication.
• Blue Light Card: Discounts at high street retailers and major brands; reimbursement of Blue Light Card cost.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Free, impartial support for you and your family.
• Mileage Allowance: Reimbursement for travel costs during visits.
• People and Wellbeing Team: Access to a supportive wellbeing team.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and progression.
• Supportive Environment: Collaborative workplace where contributions are recognised and rewarded.
• Sustainability Leadership: Commitment to sustainable practices in healthcare and progress toward Net Zero by 2030.
• Weekly/Fortnightly Pay & Pension: Regular pay and access to a stakeholder pension plan.
• Toll/Bridge/Tunnel Costs Covered: Reimbursement for travel costs to work (terms apply).

Key Responsibilities

• Branch Management: Oversee day‑to‑day operations of the branch, ensuring efficient and profitable operations while maintaining high standards of domiciliary care.
• CQC Registration: Manage and ensure the branch's CQC registration and compliance with guidelines.
• Record Keeping & Reporting: Maintain accurate records, generate reports, and address complaints from service users or staff.
• Recruitment & Staffing: Lead recruitment from attracting new care staff to onboarding and creating weekly staffing rotas.
• Business Development: Identify and pursue new business opportunities to drive branch growth.
• Operational Compliance: Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards, and maintain policies.
• Service Review: Regularly assess branch operations to meet customer needs and ensure policies are followed.
• Quality Care Management: Maintain high standards of care and positive outcomes for service users.
• Emergency Duties: Provide emergency hands‑on care when necessary, undertake on‑call duties, attend events, and support care staff.
• Liaison & Coordination: Collaborate with other departments, staff, stakeholders (including commissioners and customers) and the public.
• Additional Duties: Undertake other tasks as required to support branch success.

What We're Looking For

• Care Management Experience: A minimum of 5 years' managerial experience in domiciliary care, including managing 1,250+ hours per week.
• Qualifications: NVQ/QCF Level 5 in Health and Social Care (required). Professional qualifications or recognised managerial training are an advantage.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead, delegate, and mentor teams effectively.
• Organisational Skills: Strong organisational skills with experience managing staffing rotas and multiple responsibilities.
• Flexibility: Ability to work flexible hours and provide hands‑on care when required, particularly during staff shortages.
• Reliability: Dependable and punctual, dedicated to delivering exceptional care.
• Driving License: A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle are required.
• Work-Related Car Insurance: You must hold or be willing to obtain work-related car insurance.
• Background Checks: Willingness to undergo enhanced DBS clearance.

Ready to Make a Difference? If you're eager to lead a team and make a positive impact in the domiciliary care sector, please apply through the appropriate channel or contact the hiring team.