Care Home Manager: Lead Care Excellence & Growth

CS UK Recruitment Ltd; Sproughton; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive induction and training

Career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Loyalty Bonus

Relocation assistance

DBS disclosure paid

Performance-related bonus

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Job summary

CS UK Recruitment Ltd is partnering to recruit an experienced Home Manager for a care home in the Hadleigh, Ipswich area. The role focuses on leading the care team, upholding CQC standards, and driving occupancy through targeted marketing and outstanding resident care.

The ideal candidate will have prior nursing/residential home management experience, strong communication skills and a track record of achieving strong regulatory ratings.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a care home setting.
• Strong knowledge of CQC standards and improving ratings.
• Excellent communication with residents, families and professionals.
• Proven marketing and business skills in private care to drive occupancy.
• Passion for high levels of person-centred care and team development.
• Willingness to contribute to growth and development of the care service.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to the home’s staff team, promoting kindness, compassion and empathy.
• Ensure the home meets regulatory requirements including CQC, maintaining high standards of care and support.
• Manage the home’s budget, ensuring financial targets are met and costs are controlled.
• Develop and implement a strategic marketing plan to maintain full occupancy and promote services to residents, families, and stakeholders.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with residents, families and all stakeholders, responding to needs and concerns.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Budget management

Marketing & business skills

CQC standards knowledge

Person-centred care

Growth & development mindset

Education

NMC registered nurse (desirable)

Job description

CS UK Recruitment Ltd is partnering to recruit an experienced Home Manager for a care home in the Hadleigh, Ipswich area. The role focuses on leading the care team, upholding CQC standards, and driving occupancy through targeted marketing and outstanding resident care.

The ideal candidate will have prior nursing/residential home management experience, strong communication skills and a track record of achieving strong regulatory ratings.