Care Home Manager

Howard Finley Care Ltd; Watford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care home provider in Watford is seeking an experienced Home Manager to lead their established 36-bed residential care home. The candidate must have at least 5 years of management experience, a Level 5 qualification in Leadership for Health & Social Care, and a strong understanding of CQC requirements. This role offers the autonomy to maintain high standards of care for older individuals and those with complex needs.

Qualifications

• Proven Registered Manager with at least 5 years' experience managing care homes.
• Stable career history with no job-hopping.
• Confident and assertive with strong leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead a well-established, 36-bed residential care home.
• Ensure compliance with CQC requirements and staff leadership.
• Maintain quality standards and support residents with complex needs.

Skills

Leadership and management

Knowledge of CQC requirements

Experience with dementia care

Strong communication skills

Education

Level 5 qualification in Leadership for Health & Social Care

Job description

Overview

Home Manager - 36-Bed Residential Care Home

Location: Watford

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Full-Time | Permanent | Immediate Start Preferred

Important: Do not contact the home directly. All CVs and enquiries must go directly to Shaun (Director) - details in the contact section.

We're currently recruiting for an experienced, stable, and qualified Home Manager to lead a well-established, 36-bed residential care home that supports older people and individuals with dementia, physical disabilities, and complex care needs. The last CQC inspection (2019) rated the home 'Good' across the board, and we are looking for the right leader to maintain and build on those standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead a well-established, 36-bed residential care home that supports older people and individuals with dementia, physical disabilities, and complex care needs
• Maintain and build on the home’s standards (the last CQC inspection rated the home 'Good' across the board)
• Manage the service to high standards with autonomy
• Ensure compliance with CQC requirements, safeguarding, and staff leadership

Qualifications

• A proven Registered Manager with at least 5 years' experience managing residential or dementia care homes
• A Level 5 qualification in Leadership for Health & Social Care - essential
• A stable career history - no job-hoppers. Serious applicants only
• Someone confident, assertive, and capable of hitting the ground running
• Strong knowledge of CQC requirements, safeguarding, and staff leadership
• Experience with palliative care, ABI, bariatric care, Parkinson's, COPD, and stroke is a bonus

About the Home

• 36-bed residential care home
• Specialises in older persons' care, dementia, and complex needs
• Also supports visual/hearing impairments, end-of-life care, and physical disabilities
• Offers respite care, day care, and long-term placements

You'll be joining a well-run, supportive environment with a dedicated team and the autonomy to manage your service to high standards.