Jobs, fresher vacancy - Care Coordinator, Manchester • Greater Manchester

Company: Olive Recruit

Greater Manchester

Care Coordinator Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £28 000 per year Hours: 40 hours per week Location: Manchester Job Scope: Our client is looking for a dedicated Care Coordinator to join their growing healthcare team. The Care Coordinator will play a key role in ensuring clients receive exceptional, person-centred care within agreed timescales. This role involves scheduling staff, maintaining accurate records, and supporting effective communication between clients, care professionals, and families. The Care Coordinator will manage care rotas, ensure all visits are appropriately covered, and maintain compliance with CQC standards. They will work closely with field staff, providing them with up-to-date information and support to deliver quality care. The ideal candidate will be highly organised, confident using scheduling systems, and motivated to build strong relationships with both clients and staff. This role requires a compassionate approach, a clear understanding of healthcare legislation, and the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment. Do you have? Previous experience working as a Care Coordinator or in a similar role within health and social careExcellent organisational and communication skillsExperience using care management or scheduling systems (e.g., People Planner or similar)Good understanding of CQC regulations, the Care Standards Act, and the Health and Social Care ActAbility to manage priorities and handle pressure in a busy environmentA caring and professional attitude with strong attention to detailCompetence in using Microsoft Office and maintaining accurate digital and manual recordsFlexibility to participate in the on-call rota when required Benefits: 25 days of paid holiday per year 8 days of paid Bank Holidays Additional day off on your birthday Potential to earn a bonus after successful probation Option to enroll in a work-based pension scheme Comprehensive support to ensure confidence in job performance Opportunities for career progression and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) aligned with career aspirations and discussed with your line manager Comprehensive induction provided to support your integration into the role At Olive Recruit, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that embraces diversity and promotes inclusivity. Our core values, Integrity, Impact, Inclusivity, and Innovation, guide our efforts to create an environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to excel. As a recruitment agency, we prioritise sourcing and placing diverse candidates with our clients, recognising that diverse perspectives are essential for business success and inclusive work environments. We take great pride in celebrating the unique backgrounds and experiences of our team members and candidates. By embracing these different perspectives, we not only create a great place to work but also better serve our clients. Your individuality is what makes our team strong. Join us in championing our values and building a workplace where everyone can thrive. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All colleagues are expected to share this commitment and participate fully in safeguarding training and processes. The successful applicant will undergo a free enhanced disclosure from the disclosure barring service & other compliance checks required.Client Name Routes Healthcare Client Address Routes Healthcare, Suite A, Ground Floor, Fernbank House, Tytherington Business Park, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 2XA Copy of signed TOB * YES Fee agreed 15% Number of service users-if applicable NA Person in contact Ellie Whitehouse Position of person in Contact Rec Manager Email eleanor.whitehouse@routeshealthcare.com Telephone/Mobile Number +447759838506 Website URL https://routeshealthcare.com/ Other Client Information (what kind of service, how many services, different locations, overall benefits package) Care co’s are to oversee Homecare services Any challenges within the business that will impact the recruitment of new employees? NA Any proposed solutions for the challenges the business is facing? NA Client Recruitment Information Do they have internal recruitment? * YES Are they using any other external recruitment firms? * YES If “Yes” which one/s? * Compass / Domus Any challenges when NA Vacancy Information Vacancy Name Care Coordinator Vacancy reporting to role Registered Manager Copy of job description provided YES Essential/desirable qualifications Must have experience within Dom-Care / Homecare, ideally in a senior position as a field care supervisor or as a care coordinator. Need to have confidence in computer skills. Location (including postal code) Tameside Business Park, Unit B2.24, Windmill Lane, Denton, Manchester, M34 3QS Employment Type Permanent Hours per week 40 Working Hours Monday to Friday 09.00-17.00 Salary per year/per hour £28,000 including oncall Any additional salary information i.e. bonus/ allowance/holidays 25 days AL, Plus Bank Holidays and Birthday off. Working shifts/day nights on-call Oncall once a week per month Contract Type Permanent Work Location Onsite Travelling involved Occasionally. If “Yes” how often? Occasionally Driving Licence required YES due to location Are other agencies working on this * NO Do we have exclusivity for: (days/weeks)* YES for 1 week. Interview process — How many? Who will they be with? What is required? Offer Process? * 1. Telephone int with Ellie 2. Teams/Face-to-Face with RM Urgency to fill Extremely, hence why we are given Exclusivity, role is confidential Vacancy Close Date * NA