How can I apply to be a Registered Manager for a Care Company?
Becoming a registered manager is a big milestone in a domiciliary care career. To do it successfully you must have the necessary skills and knowledge to fulfil the requirements of the role.
As registered manager you will be responsible for:
- Adhering to the Regulatory Requirements
- Staff Management
- Financial Management
- Making sure that the service provides what it says it does
To achieve this, you should:
- Have relevant experience in care and support provision
- Have experience in managing a team
- Have or be working towards a recognised qualification (Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care)
To become a registered manager requires registration with the regulator, the Care Quality Commission (CQC), when you apply for a position and are successful, the company will help you to go through this process.
The CQC state that providers who comply with the regulations have a registered manager who:
- Is of good character.
- Can properly perform tasks that are intrinsic to their role.
- Has the necessary qualifications, competence, skills and experience to manage the regulated activity.
- Has supplied them with documents that confirm their suitability.
Read further information about CQC’s requirements for registered managers
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