Care Home Manager

Anchor; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A major not-for-profit care provider in Barnsley is seeking a passionate Care Home Manager to lead their team at Oakwood Grange. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing care homes and be dedicated to providing exceptional care for older adults. You will champion a welcoming environment, maintain regulatory standards and drive continuous improvement to enhance resident experiences. This role offers competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Pension plan with matching contributions

Health and wellbeing discounts

Ongoing personal and professional development

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing medium/large care homes.
• Strong understanding of CQC standards & compliance.
• Excellent leadership skills and a supportive workplace culture.
• Caring approach towards elderly residents.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of personalized care that enhances resident experience.
• Ensure high standards of regulatory compliance.
• Drive occupancy growth and engage the community.
• Create a supportive culture for colleagues.

Skills

Leadership skills

Understanding CQC standards

Proactive mindset

People-oriented approach

Commitment to exceptional care

Education

Registered Manager qualification

Job description

Job Title: Care Home Manager

Location: Oakwood Grange, Barnsley, S71 4EZ

Salary: £49,000 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Lead with Heart, Care with Purpose - Join our team as a Registered Care Home Manager at Oakwood Grange!

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the lives of older adults? We are on the lookout for a dynamic and passionate Care Home Manager to lead Oakwood Grange, our 60 bed care home in Barnsley.

What does it mean to be an Anchor Care Home Manager?

• Champion Outstanding Care : Lead the delivery of personalised, person‑centred care that respects the dignity, individuality, and choices of every resident. Take a proactive approach to continuous improvement by identifying risks and driving positive change that enhances resident experience.
• Lead with Confidence : Take ownership of regulatory compliance, audits, and inspections, maintaining high standards and achieving excellent outcomes in line with CQC and local authority requirements. Be the trusted leader who sets the tone for accountability and transparency.
• Inspire Success : Drive the homes success - from occupancy growth and reputation building, community engagement and colleague recruitment. Lead strategic initiatives that ensure a welcoming environment for colleagues, residents and families.
• Empower your Team : Create a culture where colleagues feel supported, recognised, and inspired to grow. Champion professional development, provide coaching and mentorship, and nurture future leaders. Your leadership will empower the team to deliver their best every day.

Who are we looking for?

• Experienced: An experienced and passionate Registered Manager with a proven track record in managing medium / large sized care homes.
• Knowledgeable: A strong understanding of CQC standards & compliance and their practical impact on care management.
• Visionary: A proactive mindset with the drive to enhance service quality and elevate resident experience.
• People‑Oriented Leader: Excellent leadership skills – promoting a supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Caring: A complete understanding of the needs of older people and a commitment to providing exceptional care.

Ready to start your next challenge at Oakwood Grange? Apply today!

Anchor – a great place to work

Anchor is England’s largest not‑for‑profit provider of care and housing for older people. Our heartfelt ambition is to transform housing and care so everyone can have a home where they love living in later life.

We’re not‑for‑profit which means every penny we make or save is invested in the people who live with us, the places they live and the people who work here. That means a better standard of care and customer service, better wages, more investment in training and development and improved facilities.

A rewarding environment

From health and happiness to finance and your career, we’ll give you all the support you need.

Health & happiness

• Gym, fitness and wellbeing discounts
• Mental health support
• Flexible working options

Finance

• Pension plan – contribute between 4% and 8% and we’ll match it or better
• Quick and easy pension transfer service
• Savings and financial advice, loans, free life assurance
• Discounts on shopping, holidays, phones, technology and more

Career

• Ongoing personal and professional development programme
• Leadership Pathways online learning resources
• Career progression and promotion opportunities

To see our full range of benefits, check out our dedicated rewards website

Celebrating diversity, celebrating you

Anchor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aim to celebrate diversity and inclusion in all that we do, as we know that the more diverse our colleagues are, the better care and support we can give to our residents and each other.

We are proud to have an LGBT+ group for our residents, and also Disability, LGBT+ and race and ethnicity colleague networks. These work to celebrate diversity, address concerns, review policy and practice and empower their members. We also have an Inclusive Ambassador network to allow all colleagues to be part of promoting diversity and to be an ally to others.

We are a member of Inclusive Employers, a Stonewall Diversity Champion and a signatory to the Care Leaver Covenant and HouseProud Pledge schemes