Care Home Manager

Aurem Care

Colchester

On-site

GBP 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full-time

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Free parking

Wagestream

EAP

Job summary

Aurem Care seeks an inspirational and clinically experienced Care Home Manager to lead one of our residential and nursing homes. You will oversee clinical governance, ensure excellent person-centred care, and drive continuous improvement across all operational and clinical facets.

Join a respected, award-winning provider committed to delivering outstanding resident experiences, staff development and strong regulatory performance.

Qualifications

A minimum of 2 years’ experience managing a residential and nursing care home.
A valid NMC Pin (Registered Nurse).
Strong knowledge of elderly care, dementia care and clinical governance.
Proven experience leading and developing multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent knowledge of CQC standards and regulatory compliance.
A proactive approach with the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
A commitment to delivering outstanding resident experiences.
The ability to achieve KPIs while maintaining exceptional standards of care.

Responsibilities

Lead clinical and non-clinical teams and drive performance.
Ensure safe, person-centred care and regulatory compliance.
Maintain compliance with CQC standards and governance.
Promote continuous improvement and staff development.
Monitor quality and clinical performance through audits and reviews.
Provide clinical supervision and competency assessments.
Build relationships with residents, relatives and professionals.
Oversee staffing, recruitment and workforce development.
Manage budgets and resources while upholding high care standards.
Collaborate with regulators, commissioners and local professionals.
Champion best practices and service improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

People management

Education

NMC Pin (Registered Nurse)

Job description

As Care Home Manager, you will take overall responsibility for the operational, clinical and commercial performance of the home. You will lead by example, ensuring the highest standards of care, governance and compliance are consistently achieved while creating a warm, welcoming environment where residents can truly feel at home. Working closely with the Operations Team, Clinical Leads, Deputy Manager and wider multidisciplinary team, you will drive continuous improvement, support staff development and ensure the home delivers outstanding outcomes for every resident.

Responsibilities

Lead, inspire and develop high-performing clinical and non-clinical teams.
Ensure the delivery of safe, effective, person-centred care that exceeds regulatory standards.
Maintain full compliance with CQC regulations, company policies and clinical governance frameworks.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement, learning and accountability.
Monitor quality, care standards and clinical performance through regular audits and reviews.
Provide clinical supervision, coaching and competency assessments where appropriate.
Build strong relationships with residents, relatives, healthcare professionals and external agencies.
Ensure effective safeguarding practices and robust risk management processes are in place.
Manage staffing levels, recruitment, retention and workforce development.
Oversee staff appraisals, supervision, mandatory training and professional development.
Ensure all admissions are appropriately assessed and support smooth resident transitions.
Manage budgets and resources effectively whilst maintaining exceptional standards of care.
Work collaboratively with regulatory bodies, commissioners and local healthcare professionals.
Champion innovation, best practice and continuous service improvement across the home.
Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with all employment legislation and regulatory requirements.

We're looking for an experienced and compassionate leader who is passionate about delivering exceptional care.

You’ll have:

A minimum of 2 years’ experience managing a residential and nursing care home.
A valid NMC Pin (Registered Nurse).
Strong knowledge of elderly care, dementia care and clinical governance.
Proven experience leading and developing multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent knowledge of CQC standards and regulatory compliance.
A proactive approach with the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
A commitment to delivering outstanding resident experiences.
The ability to achieve KPIs while maintaining exceptional standards of care.

About Aurem Care

At Aurem Care, we’re looking for an inspirational and clinically experienced Care Home Manager to lead one of our residential and nursing homes. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate leader who is committed to delivering exceptional person-centred care, achieving outstanding quality standards, and creating a positive environment for residents, relatives and colleagues alike.

At Aurem Care, if you’re driven by excellence, thrive in a leadership role, and want to work for an award-winning care provider, we’d love to hear from you.

Why Join Aurem Care?

At Aurem Care, people are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud recipients of the Top 20 Care Home Group Award by carehome.co.uk, recognising our commitment to delivering exceptional care across the UK. Our homes are more than just places to live-they are communities where residents are treated with dignity, compassion and respect, and where colleagues are valued, supported and encouraged to grow. If you’re ready to lead a dedicated team, make a lasting impact and build your career with an award-winning organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

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