Commissioning Home Manager

Care Concern Group; Paisley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 40% annual bonus

Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Care Concern Group is seeking an experienced Commissioning Home Manager to lead the launch of Montrose Care Home, a new service joining Care Concern Group. You will build your team, establish strong foundations and create a home where residents feel at home and colleagues are proud to work.

You will own the commissioning journey from mobilisation through opening, occupancy growth and long-term success, with support from experienced teams to deliver outstanding care from day one.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Home Manager within elderly care.
• Experience commissioning, opening or significantly improving a care service.
• Strong understanding of regulatory standards and inspection expectations.
• Hands-on, visible leader who can build and develop high-performing teams.
• Experience creating positive cultures and embedding effective operational processes.
• Commercial awareness, with an understanding of occupancy, budgets and service performance.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Level 5 qualification (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Lead the commissioning journey and prepare the home for a successful opening.
• Recruit, develop and inspire a strong, values-led team.
• Establish effective systems, processes and governance to support high-quality care delivery.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and inspection readiness.
• Create a positive culture where colleagues feel supported, engaged and empowered.
• Build strong relationships with residents, families, commissioners, healthcare professionals and the local community.
• Drive occupancy growth and establish Montrose as a trusted care provider locally.
• Deliver exceptional resident experiences while maintaining strong operational performance.

Skills

Home Manager experience

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Team development

Relationship-building

Education

Level 5 qualification

Job description

Commissioning Home Manager | Montrose Care Home

£60,000 - £70,000 | Up to 40% Annual Bonus | Private Medical Insurance

We’re looking for an experienced Commissioning Home Manager to lead the launch of Montrose Care Home, a new service joining Care Concern Group and an exciting opportunity to create something truly special.

This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a care home from the beginning — building your team, establishing strong foundations and creating a service where residents feel at home and colleagues are proud to work.

Montrose Care Home will provide high-quality residential, nursing and dementia care for the local community, offering a modern environment designed around the wellbeing, comfort and independence of residents.

As the Commissioning Home Manager, you’ll be at the heart of bringing the service to life. You’ll have the autonomy to shape the culture, develop your team and build strong relationships with residents, families, commissioners and the wider community.

The Opportunity

You’ll lead every stage of Montrose’s commissioning journey, from mobilisation and recruitment through to opening, occupancy growth and long‑term success.

Working closely with our experienced operational and support teams, you’ll have the backing and resources needed to establish a successful service and deliver outstanding care from day one.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the commissioning journey and prepare the home for a successful opening.
• Recruit, develop and inspire a strong, values‑led team.
• Establish effective systems, processes and governance to support high‑quality care delivery.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and inspection readiness.
• Create a positive culture where colleagues feel supported, engaged and empowered.
• Build strong relationships with residents, families, commissioners, healthcare professionals and the local community.
• Drive occupancy growth and establish Montrose as a trusted care provider locally.
• Deliver exceptional resident experiences while maintaining strong operational performance.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience as a Home Manager within elderly care.
• Experience commissioning, opening or significantly improving a care service would be advantageous.
• Strong understanding of regulatory standards and inspection expectations.
• A hands‑on, visible leader who can build and develop high‑performing teams.
• Experience creating positive cultures and embedding effective operational processes.
• Commercial awareness, with an understanding of occupancy, budgets and service performance.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Level 5 qualification (or equivalent).

What You’ll Get In Return

• £60,000 - £70,000
• Up to 40% annual bonus opportunity
• Private Medical Insurance
• Pension scheme
• 5.6 weeks annual leave
• Ongoing leadership development and support
• The opportunity to lead a new commissioning project and make a lasting impact from the very beginning

About Us

Montrose Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family‑owned, market‑leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom.

We are committed to delivering high‑quality care and creating supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our values

Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity

are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the communities we create.

Ready to Lead the Future of Montrose?

If you’re an experienced Home Manager who enjoys building something exceptional, developing teams and creating outstanding care environments, this is an opportunity to make your mark.

Join us and help shape the future of Montrose Care Home.