Registered Manager – Homecare (Start-Up Service) Location: Southport and Surrounding Areas Salary: Competitive Benefits About the Role: An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced and motivated Registered Manager to take the lead in launching a brand-new domiciliary care service in the Southport area. This hands-on leadership role is perfect for a proactive professional looking to shape a service from the ground up — achieving CQC registration, building a high-performing care team, and establishing a trusted reputation within the local community. The role covers all aspects of service setup, care quality, compliance, workforce management, and business development, offering excellent scope for career growth and professional recognition. Key Responsibilities: Service Setup & Registration: Lead the CQC registration process as the Nominated Registered Manager Develop operational policies, care planning documentation, and quality assurance systems Recruit, train, and induct care staff in line with safer recruitment practices Implement digital systems for care delivery, scheduling, and compliance monitoringQuality, Compliance & Governance: Ensure all care delivery meets CQC regulations and internal quality standards Manage care planning, risk assessments, staff supervision, and audits Act as the lead for safeguarding, complaints, and incident management Drive continuous quality improvement across the serviceTeam Leadership & Development: Build, manage, and support a team of Care Assistants and Field Care Supervisors Foster a positive, supportive, and high-performing team culture Oversee rota management to ensure consistent, person-centred care delivery Support ongoing staff training, development, and career progressionClient Engagement & Service Delivery: Conduct client assessments, reviews, and service introductions Build strong relationships with clients, families, and healthcare professionals Monitor care delivery standards through digital systems and service feedback Provide hands-on care support where required in the early stagesBusiness Development: Build referral relationships with adult social care teams, hospital discharge units, case managers, and private clients Actively promote the service through networking and community engagement Manage new enquiries and convert referrals into active care packages Support tender submissions and framework applications as the service growsKey Requirements: QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (or working towards) Eligible to register as a CQC Registered Manager Proven experience in domiciliary/homecare management Strong understanding of CQC regulations, safeguarding, and care legislation Commercially aware with the ability to grow both private and commissioned care packages Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills IT literate with experience using care management systems and Microsoft Office Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicleCommutable from: Southport, Formby, Ormskirk, Preston, Crosby, Bootle, Liverpool, Skelmersdale, Burscough, Maghull JOB-34085 Health Recruit Network are a trusted supplier of NHS and Private healthcare services. We supply work to Registered General Nurses (RGN), Mental Health Nurses (RMN), Learning Disabilities Nurse (RNLD) and Healthcare Assistants (HCA). We are one of the fastest growing recruitment agencies in the UK and supply Nationwide. Health Recruit Network are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy