Care Manager – Lockerbie, Scotland

Salary: £32,500 per annum + Benefits

About the Company

Our client has been providing reliable, high-quality home care services since 2004. As a trusted home care provider, they are committed to delivering compassionate, person-centred care that enables individuals to remain safe, independent, and comfortable in their own homes.

They pride themselves on providing personalised support tailored to each individual's needs. Their dedicated team works tirelessly to make a positive difference in the lives of the people they support every day.

They are now seeking an experienced and motivated Care Manager to lead their domiciliary care service and continue driving high standards of care, compliance, and operational excellence.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established and respected home care provider where you can make a genuine impact while leading a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional care within the local community.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK.

The Role

As the Care Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the domiciliary care service, ensuring the delivery of outstanding, person-centred care while maintaining full compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements.

You will provide strong leadership to the office team and care staff, promote a positive working culture, and support the continued growth of the service while maintaining exceptional quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation of the domiciliary care service.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Maintain and improve standards in line with Care Inspectorate requirements.
• Lead, motivate, and support office staff and care workers.
• Ensure safe staffing levels and effective workforce planning.
• Organise and coordinate care plans, staff rotas, and work schedules.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with service users, families, local authorities, and healthcare professionals.
• Monitor quality assurance processes, audits, complaints, and incidents.
• Ensure person-centred care plans and risk assessments are regularly reviewed and updated.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with GDPR.

 Essential Requirements

• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• Current registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
• SVQ Level 4 in Social Care (or currently working towards it).
• Strong knowledge of Care Inspectorate standards and the Scottish Health and Social Care Standards.
• Up-to-date training in:
  • Health & Safety
  • First Aid
  • Food Hygiene
  • Moving & Handling
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Outlook.

 Desirable Skills & Experience

• Previous experience managing a domiciliary or home care service.
• Knowledge of workforce planning and rota management.
• Experience in delivering high-quality care services.
• Previous supervisory experience, including conducting staff supervisions.
• Experience using electronic care planning systems.

This post involves Regulated Work with Vulnerable Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The successful applicant will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme.

Salary

£32,500 per annum

An additional performance-related bonus is available, based on service growth, operational efficiency, and overall business performance.

 Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Performance-related bonus
• Company pension
• Paid annual leave
• Sick pay
• On-site parking
• Casual dress
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Support towards continuing professional development (CPD)
• Company events
• Friendly and supportive management team
• Opportunity to lead and develop an established home care service

 Experience

Required:

• Minimum 1 year's experience in a home care or care home setting.
• Minimum 1 year's experience using Microsoft Office. 

Licence/Certification

Required:

• Full UK driving licence.
• Access to your own vehicle.

Care Manager – Lockerbie, Scotland