Registered Care Manager-Domiciliary Care & Supported Living Service (Start-Up)
Location: West Midlands (Hybrid during registration)
Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience) + Performance Bonus + Registration Bonus
Build a Service from the Ground Up
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Registered Care Manager to lead the development, registration and operational management of a brand-new CQC-regulated Domiciliary Care and Supported Living service.
We are looking for someone with a proven track record in delivering high-quality care and, ideally, experience of establishing or registering new services. Working alongside the Directors, you will play a pivotal role in taking the organisation from initial registration through to successful mobilisation, business growth and achieving outstanding standards of care.
This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate leader who wants to shape the culture, recruit a dedicated team and build a service that delivers exceptional outcomes for the people we support.
Key Responsibilities
As the Registered Care Manager, you will:
- Lead and support the CQC registration process through to approval.
- Assist in developing the service from start-up to operational delivery.
- Ensure compliance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 and all relevant legislation.
- Develop and maintain robust governance, quality assurance and auditing systems.
- Recruit, lead, mentor and develop a competent and compassionate staff team.
- Ensure safe staffing levels and effective workforce planning.
- Develop high-quality care planning, risk management and person-centred support systems.
- Promote safeguarding, dignity, equality and positive outcomes for people using the service.
- Build relationships with local authorities, Integrated Care Boards (ICBs), commissioners, healthcare professionals and community partners.
- Participate in business development activities, including networking and promoting the service.
- Monitor budgets, occupancy, staffing and performance indicators.
- Prepare for and lead CQC inspections while driving continuous quality improvement.
Essential Requirements
Applicants must demonstrate:
- Previous experience as a Registered Care Manager or an experienced Deputy Manager ready to register.
- Comprehensive knowledge of CQC regulations and the Fundamental Standards.
- Sound understanding of:
- Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014
- Care Quality Commission (Registration) Regulations 2009
- Duty of Candour
- Mental Capacity Act 2005
- Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) and Liberty Protection Safeguards (where applicable)
- Safeguarding Adults procedures
- Safer recruitment requirements
- Health and Safety legislation
- Medication management
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Excellent leadership and people management skills.
- Experience managing compliance, audits and quality assurance systems.
- Strong communication, organisational and IT skills.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to strategic growth.
- Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle.
Qualifications
Applicants should hold:
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People's Services (Adult Management) or the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care, or be actively working towards an accepted Level 5 qualification.
- A relevant health or social care qualification.
- Evidence of ongoing professional development.
Desirable Experience
- Successfully registering or mobilising a new CQC-regulated service.
- Managing both Domiciliary Care and Supported Living services.
- Experience supporting people with:
- Learning Disabilities
- Autism
- Mental Health needs
- Physical Disabilities
- Sensory Impairments
- Dementia
- Complex health needs
- Experience tendering for local authority or NHS contracts.
- Business development and service growth experience.
- Managing electronic care planning and rostering systems.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to build and shape a brand-new care service.
- Supportive Directors committed to quality and innovation.
- Ongoing professional development and funded training.
- Career progression opportunities as the organisation grows.
- Registration bonus upon successful CQC registration.
- Performance-related bonus.
- Pension scheme.
- Annual leave entitlement.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
Safeguarding
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory employment references, right-to-work checks and all safer recruitment requirements. The successful candidate will be expected to promote and safeguard the welfare, dignity and rights of the people we support at all times.
Join Us
If you are an ambitious care professional with the experience, leadership skills and passion to establish and grow a high-quality Domiciliary Care and Supported Living service, we would love to hear from you.
Become part of an organisation committed to delivering safe, compassionate and outstanding care while making a genuine difference within the community.
Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
