This role is ideal for an experienced Home Manager with a strong background in elderly care and a proven track record of leading a Nursing, Dementia or Residential care home.
The successful candidate will take overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of a well-established, medium-sized service, while leading the home through the next stage of its quality improvement journey.
Key Responsibilities of the Home Manager
Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day management and operation of the care home.
Lead, motivate and develop the management and care teams to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
Drive improvements in quality, safeguarding, governance and regulatory compliance.
Lead the home through its ongoing CQC improvement journey.
Promote an open, supportive and values-led management culture.
Drive occupancy growth while maintaining the home's strong private-funded resident profile.
Build and maintain positive relationships with residents, relatives, healthcare professionals and external stakeholders.
Monitor and maintain high standards of care across the service.
Support the recruitment, induction, supervision and ongoing development of staff.
Develop and mentor the existing management team, promoting accountability and engagement.
Manage budgets, resources and financial performance effectively.
Work closely with senior management to identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement.
Ensure the home remains compliant with relevant legislation, policies and best practice.
Maintain a positive, professional and accountable culture across the service.Requirements
Previous experience working as a Home Manager within an elderly care setting.
Proven experience managing and leading a Nursing, Dementia or Residential care home.
Demonstrable experience improving quality standards and delivering positive CQC outcomes.
Strong understanding of CQC requirements and regulatory compliance.
Commercial awareness, including occupancy management and budget responsibility.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
A confident, visible and approachable management style.
Ability to motivate, develop and inspire staff.
Strong organisational, leadership and problem-solving skills.
NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management or equivalent.
A nursing qualification is not essential for this position.Benefits
Up to £6,000 performance-related KPI bonus.
Family-run organisation with a strong reputation within elderly care.
Supportive and experienced senior management team.
Genuine autonomy to lead and develop the service.
Genuine opportunities to make a lasting impact within an established care home.
Support for professional development and career progression.If you are interested in the above position please apply, or for more information contact Emma Heath at Domus Recruitment.
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Salary description
£65000.00 - £70000.00 per year