Dormiciliary Care Manager - £19.10 per hour pro-rata

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Description:

Domiciliary Care Manager – HighlandHearts HomeCare Ltd (Moray)

Location: Moray & Surrounding Areas
Salary:

  • £19.10 per hour  pro-rata (including travel time between visits)- pro-rata
  • £24.95 per hour  pro-rata for all public/bank holidays, Christmas, and New Year
    Hours: Full-time roles available. Minimum 35.5 hours per week guaranteed.
  • Contract Type: Permanent

Requirements

About Us

HighlandHearts HomeCare Ltd provides high-quality, person-centred domiciliary care for adults in their own homes. We support clients with dementia, learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, mental health conditions, and age-related frailty. Our mission is to promote dignity, independence, and safe community living.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Domiciliary Care Manager to lead, coordinate, and oversee the delivery of homecare services across Moray. You will ensure staff provide consistent, high-quality care, maintain compliance with care standards, and manage client and family relationships.

Travel time between visits is included in the hourly rate, ensuring all working time is fairly compensated. Enhanced pay (£24.95/hr) is offered for all public/bank holidays, Christmas, and New Year shifts.

 

Key Duties & Responsibilities

  • Manage and oversee the delivery of care services in clients’ homes.
  • Supervise, mentor, and support care staff, ensuring high-quality standards.
  • Develop, review, and monitor care plans, ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Ensure safeguarding, health, and safety policies are implemented effectively.
  • Coordinate rotas, manage staff attendance, and ensure sufficient cover.
  • Handle client and family communications professionally, resolving concerns promptly.
  • Lead staff training, development, and appraisals.
  • Report to senior management and make recommendations for service improvements.
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Requirements

Essential

  • Proven experience in domiciliary care management or senior care leadership.
  • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
  • Knowledge of UK health and social care standards, policies, and regulations.
  • Flexible availability including weekends and public/bank holidays.
  • Ability to travel between client homes.
  • Right to work in the UK
  • Good spoken and written English.
  • Commitment to person-centred care and staff development.
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Desirable

  • Registered Manager qualification or equivalent.
  • SVQ Level 4/5 Health & Social Care or equivalent.
  • Driving licence and access to a vehicle.
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Pay & Benefits

  • £19.10/hr   pro-rata including management duties and travel time between visits.
  • £24.95/hr  pro-rata for all public/bank holidays, Christmas, and New Year.
  • Paid mileage at £0.20p per mile.
  • Full induction, training, and leadership support.
  • Paid holidays and pension scheme.
  • Opportunities for career progression within the company.
  • Support for SVQ and managerial qualifications.
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Hours of Work

  • Full-time, with flexible working hours to meet operational requirements.
  • Guaranteed minimum 35.5 hours/week.
  • Some weekend and evening work may be required for service oversight.

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to:
📧 admin@highlandheartshomecare.co.uk
📞 For informal enquiries, contact: 07456 485864
🌐 https://highlandheartshomecare.co.uk

HighlandHearts HomeCare Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or age.

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