Company Overview OneCare UK is an established and growing care organisation providing high-quality domiciliary care and supported living services. Our mission is to support individuals to live fulfilling lives with independence, dignity, choice, and control, while delivering safe, compliant, and person-centred services. Due to continued growth and strategic development, we are seeking an experienced care manager to join our senior leadership team. Location: London, UK Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £40.400 per annum, £20.72 per hour, Competitive Salary, Dependent on experience Reporting to: Director / Managing Director The Role As Care Manager you will support the Director in providing strategic leadership, operational oversight, and organisational development across our domiciliary care and supported living services. This senior role combines operational accountability for service delivery, quality, staffing, and compliance with strategic responsibilities, including commissioning, partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, funding, and business growth. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Support the Director in shaping and delivering the organisation’s strategic direction Contribute to strategic planning, service development, growth strategies, and continuous improvement Business Development & Growth Support the Business development manager with mergers, acquisitions, and service expansion, including due diligence and integration Contribute to market analysis and business case development Support commissioning activity and new service opportunities Commissioning & Partnerships Work closely with local authorities, Integrated Care Boards (ICBs), commissioners, housing providers, and partners Support tender submissions, service proposals, and contract delivery Build and maintain strong strategic partnerships and external relationships Funding & Grants Identify and support applications for grants, funding opportunities, and external investment Assist with bids, monitoring, and impact reporting Operational & Quality Oversight Provide oversight of Registered Managers, Coordinators, and frontline teams Ensure services are safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well-led, in line with CQC standards KLOES. Monitor KPIs, audits, safeguarding, incidents, complaints, and quality improvement plans People & Culture Support recruitment, workforce planning, succession planning, and leadership development Promote a positive, inclusive, and high-performance culture Oversee supervision, appraisals, and staff development Governance & Compliance Support compliance with CQC regulations, safeguarding legislation, the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and health & safety requirements Assist with risk management, governance reporting, and business continuity planning About You You will be a senior with strong operational experience and growing strategic capability. Essential / Desirable Experience Senior management experience within domiciliary care and/or supported living or similar Strong knowledge of CQC regulations, safeguarding, and quality assurance Experience working with local authorities, commissioners, and external stakeholders Proven leadership, people management, and service improvement experience Ability to contribute to strategic planning, growth, and organisational development Qualifications NVQ Level 5 (or equivalent) in Health & Social Care, Leadership & Management (or significant equivalent experience) Personal Attributes Credible, resilient, and professional leader Strong communicator with excellent stakeholder-management skills Values-driven and committed to person-centred care Organised, proactive, and able to manage complexity and change Why Join Us? * Senior leadership role with real strategic influence * Opportunity to shape and grow services * Values-led organisation focused on quality and outcomes * Supportive leadership team and positive culture * Competitive salary and development opportunities