Care Consultant (Interim/Turnaround Manager) - Contractor

Job Title: Care Consultant (Interim/Turnaround Manager) – Contractor

Location: Somerset (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 underperformance
• Implementing immediate stabilising measures for crisis situations
• Developing CQC compliance roadmaps across all Key Lines of Enquiry
• Restructuring care delivery systems to ensure sustainable quality improvements
• Preparing homes for successful mock and actual CQC inspections
• Delivering complete handover documentation with maintained improvements

• 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' services

• At least 5 years of recent experience in a registered manager role in the healthcare industry, preferably in a care home setting  

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements for care homes in the UK 

• Be 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 team
• Ability to rapidly assess, decide and implement effective solutions

• Experience in managing budgets and staffing. 

• Access to own vehicle. 

• Full UK driving licence 

• Enhanced DBS registered with the rolling update system
• Professional Indemnity and Public Liability Insurance

• Review applications and get back in touch within 24 hours (next business day)  

• Best market pay rates  

• Instant access to "Support Network” - Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) – Full clinical/non-clinical, HR and compliance support

• Regular touch points to discuss upcoming project opportunities 

• Prompt monthly invoice payment with no undue delays

• Full expense policy  
• Career Flexibility – Balance project work with personal commitments
• Autonomy & Independence 

• Variety of Assignments 

• Tax Benefits (Being self-employed) 
• No long-term commitment

If 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 [email protected]