CQC Registered Manager

Registered Manager – Domiciliary Care

Bluebird Care Mid Essex
Chelmsford / Maldon / Billericay territory
Full-time | Permanent

Bluebird Care Mid Essex is seeking an exceptional Registered Manager to lead our Outstanding-rated domiciliary care service.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an award-winning and ambitious care organisation, hot off the back of winning Development of an Existing Brand at the National Home Care Awards 2026.

We are investing heavily in leadership, professional structure and sustainable growth, and we are looking for a Registered Manager who can lead from the front while building the operational structure that supports outstanding care.

This role may suit an experienced Registered Manager, or an ambitious Deputy Manager ready to step into their first registration.

About Bluebird Care

Bluebird Care is one of the UK’s leading home care providers. Our Mid Essex office delivers high-quality care across Maldon, Chelmsford and Billericay, helping people remain safe and independent in their own homes.

We are proud to be CQC Outstanding rated and part of a supportive group of Bluebird Care franchises, meaning our leaders benefit from shared expertise, operational support and strong leadership infrastructure.

Our culture is built around our CARE values:

C – Collaboration & Compassion
A – Authenticity
R – Respect & Responsibility
E – Excellence

The Role

As Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, performance and compliance of the service.

You will work closely with the wider leadership team to ensure the service continues to deliver outstanding care while developing strong operational structure for future growth.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading and supporting a team of care professionals

Maintaining and improving CQC compliance and quality standards

Ensuring safe, effective and person-centred care delivery

Supporting recruitment, retention and staff development

Managing operational performance and service growth

Building strong relationships with customers, families and healthcare professionals

Creating a positive, professional and values-led team culture

About You

We are looking for a compassionate and confident leader who combines strong people leadership with operational discipline.

You will ideally have:

Experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager within domiciliary care

Strong knowledge of CQC regulations

The ability to lead teams while implementing structure and consistency

A passion for delivering outstanding customer care

Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or working towards it)

Location

This role covers the Mid Essex territory including Maldon, Chelmsford and Billericay.

Regular travel across the territory is required, therefore a full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.

Why Join Bluebird Care?

Outstanding CQC rated service

Winner – Development of an Existing Brand, National Home Care Awards 2026

Part of a supportive group of Bluebird Care franchises

Strong leadership and operational support

Opportunity to shape and grow a high-quality service

Work within an award-winning and ambitious organisation

Apply Today

If you are an experienced Registered Manager or an ambitious Deputy Manager ready to take the next step, we would love to hear from you.

Join Bluebird Care Mid Essex and help us continue delivering outstanding care with strong leadership, values and structure.