1232 — Residential, day and domiciliary care managers and proprietors
Medium Skilled
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What this occupation covers
Managers and proprietors in this group plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the resources necessary in the provision and running of residential and day care establishments and domiciliary care services for persons who require support or specialised care and/or supervision.
Typical duties
determines staffing, financial, material and other short- and long-term requirements
plans work schedules, assigns tasks and delegates responsibilities to staff
arranges for payment of bills, keeps accounts and adheres to health, safety and other statutory requirements
maintains contact between service users and the local community and/or family and friends
assesses service users’ needs and ensures they have access to health and social care services as required
creates a friendly, secure atmosphere to gain the trust and confidence of those using the service
ensures that the physical comfort and all material needs of service users are provided and attempts to resolve problems that may arise
Entry routes and qualifications
Although there are no pre-set academic entry requirements there are a variety of entry routes. However, entrants must be registered with the relevant statutory body and hold the appropriate qualification for the job they do. Off and on-the-job training is provided, and a range of qualifications are available including NVQs/SVQs in Health and Social Care at levels 3 and 4. Background checks including a DBS check are required.
Sponsorship information
Medium Skilled. Actual duties, sponsor, applicant, salary and any transitional or shortage-list conditions must be checked.
Immigration Salary List: 1232 Residential, day and domiciliary care managers and proprietors – all jobs. Nations: England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland. Removal: 31 December 2026.
DBS assessment
No code-wide DBS assessment is assigned. Check actual duties, activities, workplace, frequency and jurisdiction. This code does not determine the level of check.
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