Job Title : Care Consultant (Interim / Turnaround Manager) – Contractor
Location : Lancashire and South Cumbria (Site-Based Projects)
Rate : Competitive Daily Rate (DOE)
Type : Contract (Project-Based, Monday-Friday)
Start Date : Subject to Satisfactory DBS Check
Delphi Care Solutions Ltd is expanding its elite Task Force Team and seeks accomplished Interim / Turnaround Managers to transform underperforming care homes across the UK’s adult care sector with proven experience in the specialisms areas such as - Learning Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Mental Health Conditions, Complex Care, Supported Living, Epilepsy, Dementia, Domiciliary Care, Elderly Care, Residential or Nursing Care, Local Authorities, Eating disorders, Sensory impairments (hearing, sight, multi-sensory), Long-term conditions (such as - neurological, respiratory, amongst others), Physical disabilities.
This is your opportunity to :
- Lead Critical Interventions – Take temporary leadership of struggling homes to rapidly improve CQC ratings
- Implement Sustainable Change – Develop and execute 30–90-day recovery plans with measurable outcomes
- Mentor Care Teams – Uplift staff capabilities while maintaining service continuity
- Flexible Career Opportunities – Choose projects that match your expertise and availability
Your Responsibilities Will Include :
Conducting comprehensive operational diagnostics to identify root causes of underperformanceImplementing immediate stabilising measures for crisis situationsDeveloping CQC compliance roadmaps across all Key Lines of EnquiryRestructuring care delivery systems to ensure sustainable quality improvementsPreparing homes for successful mock and actual CQC inspectionsDelivering complete handover documentation with maintained improvementsRequirements
Registered Manager with a valid NMC PIN (with Clinical Experience) or a NVQ Level 5 Leadership & Management (with Non-Clinical Experience)Proven success in turning around 'Inadequate' or 'Requires Improvement' servicesAt least 5 years of recent experience in a registered manager role in the healthcare industry, preferably in a care home settingKnowledge of regulatory requirements for care homes in the UKBe able to perform suitable and assessed manual handling tasks – (service dependent e.g. use of manual handling equipment and / or breakaway training)Ability to work independently and as part of a teamAbility to rapidly assess, decide and implement effective solutionsExperience in managing budgets and staffing.Access to own vehicle.Full UK driving licenceEnhanced DBS registered with the rolling update systemProfessional Indemnity and Public Liability InsuranceBenefits
Review applications and get back in touch within 24 hours (next business day)Best market pay ratesInstant access to "Support Network” - Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) – Full clinical / non-clinical, HR and compliance supportRegular touch points to discuss upcoming project opportunitiesPrompt monthly invoice payment with no undue delaysFull expense policyCareer Flexibility – Balance project work with personal commitmentsAutonomy & IndependenceVariety of AssignmentsTax Benefits (Being self-employed)No long-term commitmentIf you are a highly motivated and experienced Care Consultant with a passion for providing high-quality care to residents in a care home setting, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. While we offer a competitive pay rate, we equally provide opportunities for professional growth and development. Please note, this role is on an independent / contract basis. The Delphi team will provide you with ongoing support and guidance for the duration of each contract. Collaboration and teamwork are essential in the social care sector and by working together, sharing knowledge and expertise, care teams can provide the best possible care and support for their people, helping them to achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives.
For confidential discussion and CV submission, please contact Morenike 'Mo' Da-Silva at mda-silva@delphi.care