Care Coordinator

Advantage Healthcare; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 22,000 - GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Maidstone is hiring a Care Coordinator to oversee scheduling and ensure high-quality care delivery. The ideal candidate will possess excellent time management and organizational skills, along with a willingness to pursue NVQ/QCF Care at Level 3. This role offers opportunities for career growth and is dedicated to maintaining service continuity. Apply today to make a difference in the community and contribute to transforming lives.

Benefits

Career Growth opportunities

Access to top experts

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent time management and communication skills.
• A true problem solver and able to think outside of the box.
• Self-motivated, responsible and able to act on your initiative.
• To be organised and flexible.

Responsibilities

• Schedule weekly care visits to ensure continuity.
• Deploy new Care Professionals to clients within two weeks.
• Create and manage monthly rotas in advance.
• Ensure rota changes are communicated on time.
• Manage guaranteed hours contracts.
• Oversee annual leave requests.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Organization

Flexibility

Education

NVQ/QCF Care at Level 3 or willingness to work towards

Job description

At CCH Group, we deliver 1.5 million hours of care monthly across 260+ locations. Join us as a Care Coordinator and play a key role in organising and delivering high-quality care services in your community.

Location: Maidstone M15 7BS

Operating Company: Kent SCP

Job Description

What you’ll do

• Schedule weekly care visits promptly to ensure continuity for clients and Care Professionals.
• Deploy new Care Professionals to clients within two weeks of hire.
• Create and manage monthly rotas in advance to minimize agency use and provide clear communication.
• Ensure rota changes are communicated by Thursday of the prior week.
• Manage guaranteed hours contracts to prevent unnecessary top-up payments.
• Oversee annual leave requests to maintain service continuity.

Recruitment & Engagement

• Maintain close contact with Care Professionals through calls and regular meetings.
• Schedule refresher training to meet CQC and contractual requirements.
• Collaborate with Recruitment to advertise vacancies and source candidates to support branch growth.

Reporting

• Escalate care delivery concerns to the Business Manager and Clinical Care Manager.
• Monitor ECM to track visit timings and durations, addressing any issues.
• Accurately code canceled hours and maintain digital records for invoicing compliance.
• Report Care Professional absences for absence management.
• Provide thorough handovers for the Out of Hours team.
• Ensure shift reconciliation for accurate payroll processing.

What We Offer:

• Career Growth: Leadership opportunities with a trusted sector leader.
• Support: Access to top experts and innovative systems.
• Recognition: "Extraordinary Care Awards"—monthly recognition of outstanding contributions by our care professionals and branch teams, culminating in prestigious regional and national award ceremonies. Over 300 individuals are honoured each month.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent time management and communication skills
• A true problem solver and able to think outside of the box
• Self-motivated, responsible and able to act on your initiative.
• To be organised and flexible
• NVQ/QCF Care at Level 3 or be willing to work towards this qualification
• Be prepared to undertake other training that would benefit you in the role.

Additional Information

Who We Are:

At CCH Group, our vision is to be the best place to work in care. Our mission is to ensure no one in need of care feels forgotten or alone. We nurture our people, elevate their roles, and transform lives together.

Our Values:

• COMMUNITY: Stronger together, building a thriving culture.
• COURAGE: Boldly shaping a better future.
• HEART: Passionate and dedicated—what we do matters.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply today and help transform lives in your community.

CCH Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer and a proud member of the Home Care Association, adhering to their Code of Practice.