Care Manager

Contract:

Full Time

Birdston Day Care Centre Kirkintilloch, East Dunbartonshire£48,500 Bonus Generous Holiday Allowance Pension Scheme

About the Opportunity

After 17 years of outstanding leadership, our long-standing Home Manager is moving into a new role within the business, leaving Birdston Day Care Centre in an exceptional position and ready for its next chapter.

We are now seeking an experienced Care Manager to take the helm at our highly regarded service, ensuring its continued success and reputation for excellence.Nestled at the foot of the picturesque Campsie Hills, Birdston Day Care Centre is a purpose-built facility that welcomes up to 40 people each day. We provide transport, companionship, freshly prepared meals, and meaningful activities six days a week, all year round. As one of the few day centres registered with the Care Inspectorate, we operate in partnership with the local Social Work Department in East Dunbartonshire, making us a truly vital part of the community.

Why This Role Matters

This is a unique opportunity to manage a centre that is already flourishing.

The right Care Manager will bring strong managerial and administrative skills, experience in elderly care, and the ability to balance people leadership with operational oversight. You will also be responsible for working closely with the local authority, managing budgets, and ensuring we maintain the warm, welcoming atmosphere that makes Birdston Day Care feel like home.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading and ensuring the highest quality of care and daily experiences for service users.
• Managing a well-established, dedicated team and fostering a positive working culture.
• Overseeing all operational and administrative functions, including budgets and resources.
• Building and maintaining excellent relationships with the local authority and Social Work Department.
• Ensuring compliance with Care Inspectorate standards and sustaining the centre's outstanding ratings.
• Upholding our reputation as a warm, welcoming and community-focused day centre.

What You'll Bring

• Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification.
• Strong managerial and administrative experience.
• Experience within elderly care and an understanding of the unique needs of older people.
• Proven ability to work effectively with local authorities and commissioners.
• Financial acumen with experience of budget management.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Resilience and the ability to thrive under pressure.

Current Performance Snapshot

• Carehome rating: 9.9
• Care Inspectorate (2018): 6 for Quality of Care and Support; 6 for Quality of Staffing
• Occupancy: Consistently strong, with high community demand
• Staffing: Exceptional retention, long-serving team

Why Join Care Concern Group?

• Over 130 homes and centres across the UK, with more than half located in Scotland.
• The country's largest care provider, outperforming national inspection averages by 10%.
• A family-run organisation with a deep commitment to quality, innovation, and the people behind the care.
• Clear and structured career progression opportunities across all levels of leadership.

Our Values

Trust Respect Passion Kindness Inclusivity

If you live these values and have what it takes to lead Birdston Day Care Centre into its next successful chapter, we'd love to hear from you.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply today and join one of the UK's most dynamic care providers at a pivotal moment in our growth story.