Domiciliary Care Manager
Department: Management
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Ripley
Compensation: £50,000 - £55,000 / year
Description
* Location: Based at our Ripley office - Old Post Office Building, Market Place, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 3FJ
* Areas that our branch covers: We cover most of the Ripley areas which covers roughly a 3 mile radius from the centre.
* Contract: Full-time, permanent role
* Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 + paid on‑call
The role
We are looking for an experienced Registered Manager, Domiciliary Care Manager, or senior leader ready for a substantial leadership role to lead our Ripley domiciliary care branch.
This is a senior leadership opportunity with real accountability for quality, culture, people leadership and branch performance. We welcome applications from candidates with strong transferable experience from regulated care settings, where they can demonstrate capability in quality, governance, people leadership and operational oversight.
You will lead an established service supporting around 60 clients and 30 carers, with support from an office team including a Deputy Manager, Care Quality Manager and Senior Care Coordinator. You will bring visible leadership, strong operational grip and a clear focus on high‑quality, person‑centred care, while developing people and driving standards forward.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities include balancing client outcomes, staff well‑being, and quality, while championing inclusivity, continuous improvement, and Avanti's values. The role also involves acting as Designated Safeguarding lead and external representation.
* Leading, developing and supporting your team
* Overseeing client care, assessments and reviews
* Driving quality, compliance and continuous improvement
* Managing CQC requirements and inspectionsSupporting the growth and development of the service
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
What we’re looking for
* Minimum 5 years’ experience in adult health or social care, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management in Adult care (or willing to work towards)
* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
* Strong understanding of CQC and safeguarding
* Strong decision‑making, critical thinking and data‑driven quality improvement skills
* Competence in managing care planning systems, digital rotas, Microsoft Office and management information systems, including calendar management
* A confident leader who is passionate about delivering outstanding care
* Lives within 45 minutes of the Ripley branch
Benefits
* Lead and grow an established service (60 clients, 30+ carers)
* Real autonomy and influence over how your service runs
* Clear pathway to senior leadership opportunities
* Support from an experienced Quality & Governance team
* Family‑run organisation where people come first
* Investment in your development and progression
* Competitive salary package depending on skills, experience and qualifications
* Annual pay reviews to keep salaries in line with inflation
* Pension contributions
* On‑site parking
Ready for your next step?
If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real impact and grow your career, we’d love to hear from you.
Send your CV and a cover letter telling us why your knowledge, skills and experience suit this role. Please note: We love AI (we use it too!) – but your cover letter is your chance to tell us about you. Please write it in your own voice so we can get to know the real person behind the application.
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