Registered Care Manager – Domiciliary Care – Leeds

Our client is a startup domiciliary care service based in Leeds, West Yorkshire and seeking a passionate and experienced registered care manager looking for the next BIG career challenge with the drive and strong leadership qualities to deliver on its CQC registration and service growth. Are you ready for your next career challenge as a CQC Registered Manager to steer the affairs of a new service to an OUTSTANDING level? This is an opportunity you wouldn’t want to miss!

Job Title: Registered Care Manager (Domiciliary Care)
Job Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire (office-based with regular community visits across Leeds and surrounding areas)
Contracted Hours: Full-time – 40 hours per week
Work Structure: Monday to Friday, with flexibility to meet service needs (occasional evenings/weekends as required)
Salary: £38,000 – £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Bonus: Performance-related bonus available following successful CQC registration and service growth

Job Purpose:
The Registered Care Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management of the domiciliary care service, ensuring full compliance with CQC regulations, delivering high-quality person-centred care, and supporting the growth and development of the service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Register with the CQC as the Registered Manager and maintain ongoing compliance
• Lead, manage, recruit, and develop care and office staff
• Ensure delivery of safe, high-quality, person-centred care in line with CQC standards
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and quality assurance systems
• Manage care assessments, care planning, reviews, and risk assessments
• Oversee rota planning, staffing levels, and continuity of care
• Maintain accurate records and reports
• Manage safeguarding, incidents, and complaints effectively
• Build strong relationships with service users, families, commissioners, and external professionals
• Support business growth, referrals, and service development

Requirements

Person Specification / Role Requirements:

Essential:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
• Proven experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager within domiciliary care
• In-depth knowledge of CQC regulations and care standards
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills
• Experience in staff recruitment, supervision, and performance management
• Ability to work flexibly and manage a growing service

Desirable:

• Experience registering a new domiciliary care service with the CQC

• Business development or startup experience
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Benefits

Company Benefits:

• Competitive salary with performance-related incentives
• Opportunity to play a key role in shaping and growing a new care service
• Support with CQC registration and ongoing compliance
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Flexible working arrangements where operationally possible

Additional Information:
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and ambitious care professional to join a startup organisation and make a meaningful impact from the ground up. The successful candidate will have the autonomy to build a high-quality service while being fully supported by the company directors.