Care Home Manager - Blackburn, Lancashire

Purosearch; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Purosearch Ltd. is representing a highly regarded residential care home in Blackburn, Lancashire, seeking an experienced Nursing Home Manager to lead daily operations with compassion and drive.

You will oversee care standards, compliance with CQC, budgets, staffing, and resident well-being, leveraging a strong operational background and proven leadership. NVQ Level 4/5 in Health & Social Care (RN/RGN/RMN welcome) is preferred, with a £75,000 salary and long‑term career prospects.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a care home or nursing home.
• Proven track record of managing multiple teams and budgets.
• Strong understanding of CQC regulations and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Full operational management of the care home.
• Lead and develop care, nursing and support teams.
• Ensure outstanding standards of elderly care and resident experience.
• Maintain compliance with CQC regulations and industry best practice.
• Manage budgets, occupancy, staffing and overall home performance.
• Support recruitment, retention and staff development.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Education

NVQ Level 4/5 in Health & Social Care

Leadership and Management

Job description

Care Home Manager - Blackburn, Lancashire

Nursing Home Manager Job in Blackburn – £75,000

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an experienced Nursing Home Manager, Care Home Manager, or Registered Manager to lead a highly regarded residential care home in Blackburn.

Situated in a beautiful setting, this established service is recognised for delivering exceptional standards of elderly care within a welcoming and supportive environment. Backed by a respected care provider with a strong reputation for quality, this is an opportunity to join a successful home and continue building on its excellent standards.

We are seeking a proven care home leader with a strong operational background, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for delivering outstanding resident care.

About the Role

As the Home Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management and performance of the service, ensuring the highest standards of care, compliance, and resident wellbeing.

You will lead an experienced team, maintain excellent relationships with residents and families, and drive continuous improvements throughout the home.

This role would suit an experienced Care Home Manager, Nursing Home Manager, or Registered Manager looking to join a quality-focused organisation that genuinely values its people and residents.

Key Responsibilities

Full operational management of the care home.

Leadership and development of care, nursing, and support teams.

Ensuring outstanding standards of elderly care and resident experience.

Maintaining compliance with CQC regulations and industry best practice.

Managing budgets, occupancy, staffing, and overall home performance.

Supporting recruitment, retention, and staff development.

Building strong relationships with residents, families, and external professionals.

Driving quality improvements and maintaining excellent care outcomes.

Previous experience as a Nursing Home Manager, Care Home Manager, Registered Manager, or Home Manager.

Strong background in elderly care and residential care services.

Proven experience managing a care home environment.

Excellent leadership and people management skills.

Good understanding of CQC regulations and compliance requirements.

Ability to lead high-performing teams and deliver exceptional standards of care.

Qualifications

NVQ Level 4 or NVQ Level 5 in Health & Social Care, Leadership and Management, or equivalent.

Registered Nurse qualification (RGN/RMN) is welcome but not required.

What's on Offer?

Competitive salary of £75,000 per annum.

Opportunity to lead a highly regarded care home.

Beautiful working environment in an attractive setting.

Supportive senior management team.

Stable organisation with an excellent reputation for care.

Long-term career progression opportunities.

Chance to make a genuine difference to residents' lives every day.

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