Registered Manager - Domiciliary Care

First City Recruitment Solutions; Swindon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Registered Manager to oversee a domiciliary care service in Swindon. This role requires dynamic leadership and experience in care management, focusing on business growth, compliance, and team development. Competitive salary and opportunities for career progression are offered.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Excellent opportunities for career development

Supportive senior management team

Company events and great team culture

Qualifications

• Experience managing or leading within a domiciliary care setting.
• Strong understanding of CQC regulations and local authority compliance.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of a domiciliary care branch.
• Ensure high-quality, compliant care in line with CQC requirements.
• Engage with the CQC for regulatory compliance and quality improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Organisational Skills

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management

Job description

First City Recruitment solutions has an exciting opportunity for an Registered Manager on behalf of their client to oversee a domiciliary care service in Swindon.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, operational leader with strong experience in managing care services even if you are not yet a CQC Registered Manager, we welcome applications from candidates with equivalent experience in care management and leadership.

About the Role:

Hours: 40hrs per week + out of hours service (addtional hours may be required to meet the needs of the buisness)

Salary: Negotiable DOE*advertised rate is not accurate

Location: South West (swindon and surrounding areas)

We're looking for someone who can:

• Lead the day-to-day operations of a domiciliary care branch
• Drive business growth by developing new care packages and increasing delivery hours
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and development of care coordinators, supervisors, support staff, and care assistants
• Ensure the team delivers high-quality, compliant care in line with CQC and local authority requirements
• Provide effective leadership, performance management, and mentoring for all staff
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Local Authorities, healthcare professionals, clients, and their families

Responsibilities:

• Engage with the CQC to support regulatory compliance and quality improvement
• Manage rotas and staffing levels to ensure continuity and safety of care
• Deliver responsive, person-centred care in line with individual needs
• Promote a positive working culture and high staff retention
• Lead or contribute to business development initiatives and strategic planning
• Ensure all emergency on-call issues are dealt with effectively
• Promote the business & Attend external meetings and represent the service in a positive manner
• Implement company policy and procedures in relation to managing absence, disciplinary, capability and grievance matters

Requirements:

• Experience managing or leading within a domiciliary care setting
• Working towards or hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (or equivalent)
• Strong understanding of CQC regulations and local authority compliance
• Excellent interpersonal, organisational, and leadership skills
• Proven ability to manage staff teams and oversee service delivery
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within the region

Previous CQC Registered Manager status is beneficial but not essential—equivalent experience in operational management within care is required.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Excellent opportunities for career development and progression
• Supportive senior management team
• Company events and a great team culture

Ready to take the next step in your care career?
Apply Now to register your interest and we'll be in touch.

Employment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.