Job Title: Registered Home Care Manager (Domiciliary Care)
Location: Bordon, Hampshire (covering surrounding areas)
Salary: £38,000 – £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience) + performance-related bonus
Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 8am–6pm with on-call availability)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Build a Service from the Ground Up
Delphi Care Solutions Ltd is supporting one of our amazing and family-oriented clients -an ambitious, values-driven independent domiciliary care agency based in Guildford, Hampshire. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Home Care Manager to play a pivotal role in setting up and leading its new service across Guildford, and the surrounding areas.
This is not just a role; it’s a career-defining opportunity to shape a service from its early days, working closely with the Director and CEO to build a reputation for excellence, compassion, and person-centred care.
✅ What You’ll Be Doing
Business Setup & Growth
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Lead the recruitment, selection, and induction of new carers, ensuring all safeguarding and compliance checks are completed
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Deliver high-quality training aligned with the Care Certificate standards
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Assist in selecting and implementing care management software
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Plan and manage advertising and outreach to attract new service users
Leadership & Management
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Oversee daily operations of the domiciliary care service
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Manage and support the care team, ensuring clarity of roles and responsibilities
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Promote a culture of dignity, respect, and high-quality care
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Maintain CQC compliance and quality assurance standards
❤️ Care Delivery
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Ensure safe, effective care delivery with accurate documentation
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Update company policies alongside senior management
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Conduct care assessments, manage risk, and oversee safeguarding
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Lead on infection control, health and safety, and complaints handling
Service User & Service Development
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Undertake home visits to assess needs and monitor quality
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Develop person-centred care plans with service users, families, and professionals
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Support business growth in line with company values
Team Recruitment & Supervision
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Recruit, induct, and supervise care staff
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Manage rotas and staffing levels to ensure continuity
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Share responsibility for the on-call rota, including out-of-hours support
Requirements
About You
Essential
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NVQ Level 5 in Leadership for Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
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Previous experience as a Deputy Manager or Registered Manager in domiciliary (home) care
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Strong knowledge of CQC regulations and legal requirements
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Excellent organisational, leadership, and interpersonal skills
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Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
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Full UK driving licence (no more than 3 penalty points)
Desirable
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Train the Trainer qualification
Personal Qualities
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Compassionate, empathetic, and dedicated to high-quality care
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Proactive, solutions-focused, and resilient under pressure
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A collaborative and positive team leader
Important Information
Employment is subject to:
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Satisfactory enhanced DBS check
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Two references from most recent employers
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Proof of right to work in the UK
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Verification of qualifications
Benefits
What We Offer
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Competitive salary (£38k–£40k) depending on experience
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Performance-related bonus
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23 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
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Company pension scheme
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Professional development and training opportunities
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A genuine opportunity to be part of a growing, values-driven organisation
Ready to Build Something Special?
If you’re a CQC-ready leader looking for a role where you can truly make your mark, we want to hear from you.
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