Deputy Care Manager
| Posting date: | 14 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | £28,000 to £30,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 December 2025 |
| Location: | Maidstone, Kent |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Continuity of Care Services |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | DCM |
Summary
About the Role:
As our Deputy Care Manager, you will play a key role in overseeing and improving the day-to-day operations of our domiciliary and complex care service. You will work closely with the Care Manager to ensure compliance, drive quality, and maintain the person-centered care were proud to provide.
This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a supportive, growing organisation where your leadership and dedication will make a real impact.
What You Will Be Doing:
Assisting in the day-to-day management of our domiciliary and complex care service
Supervising and motivating the care team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care
Conducting care assessments, creating tailored care plans, and monitoring care delivery
Ensuring compliance with CQC standards and relevant health, safety, and safeguarding regulations
Performing audits, spot checks, and service user reviews to maintain high-quality care
Supporting recruitment, training, and staff development to build a skilled and confident care team
Handling client and family concerns sensitively, ensuring timely resolutions
Participating in on-call duties to manage emergencies and ensure service continuity
Conducting care calls as required to stay familiar with client needs and build strong relationships
Attending on-site visits and provide clinical care to support complex care packages
What We Need From You:
Complex care experience is a must
NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (essential) NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management (desirable)
Minimum of 2 years experience in a care management or supervisory role
Strong understanding of CQC standards, safeguarding, and care legislation
Experience in person-centred care planning and service audits
Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills
IT literacy and familiarity with care systems (e.g., People Planner, Assess Care Planning)
Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (essential)
What Can We Offer You?
Competitive salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum
Ongoing training and career development opportunities, including leadership support
Mileage allowance for travel
A dynamic, supportive team environment where your contribution is valued
The chance to make a real difference to clients' lives every day
Health and well-being programme
Head Office On-site parking
Referral programme
About Us:
At Continuity of Care Services, we believe that everyone-regardless of age or disability-deserves the opportunity to live independently and with dignity. As our Deputy Care Manager, you'll help us deliver on this mission, leading our team to provide exceptional care and support for our clients.
If you're ready to take the next step in your care career, we'd love to hear from you!
As our Deputy Care Manager, you will play a key role in overseeing and improving the day-to-day operations of our domiciliary and complex care service. You will work closely with the Care Manager to ensure compliance, drive quality, and maintain the person-centered care were proud to provide.
This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a supportive, growing organisation where your leadership and dedication will make a real impact.
What You Will Be Doing:
Assisting in the day-to-day management of our domiciliary and complex care service
Supervising and motivating the care team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care
Conducting care assessments, creating tailored care plans, and monitoring care delivery
Ensuring compliance with CQC standards and relevant health, safety, and safeguarding regulations
Performing audits, spot checks, and service user reviews to maintain high-quality care
Supporting recruitment, training, and staff development to build a skilled and confident care team
Handling client and family concerns sensitively, ensuring timely resolutions
Participating in on-call duties to manage emergencies and ensure service continuity
Conducting care calls as required to stay familiar with client needs and build strong relationships
Attending on-site visits and provide clinical care to support complex care packages
What We Need From You:
Complex care experience is a must
NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (essential) NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management (desirable)
Minimum of 2 years experience in a care management or supervisory role
Strong understanding of CQC standards, safeguarding, and care legislation
Experience in person-centred care planning and service audits
Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills
IT literacy and familiarity with care systems (e.g., People Planner, Assess Care Planning)
Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (essential)
What Can We Offer You?
Competitive salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum
Ongoing training and career development opportunities, including leadership support
Mileage allowance for travel
A dynamic, supportive team environment where your contribution is valued
The chance to make a real difference to clients' lives every day
Health and well-being programme
Head Office On-site parking
Referral programme
About Us:
At Continuity of Care Services, we believe that everyone-regardless of age or disability-deserves the opportunity to live independently and with dignity. As our Deputy Care Manager, you'll help us deliver on this mission, leading our team to provide exceptional care and support for our clients.
If you're ready to take the next step in your care career, we'd love to hear from you!
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