Commissioning Home Manager

Leaders In Care Ltd; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit organisation is seeking a Commissioning Home Manager to lead a new care home in Kent. This role offers a competitive salary, career progression opportunities, and the chance to build a culture that prioritizes person-centred care. Ideal candidates will be experienced Registered Nurses with strong leadership skills and a commitment to high-quality care.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Support from senior leadership

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a care home environment.
• Strong knowledge of CQC standards and compliance.
• Experience commissioning or opening new services is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full commissioning process of a new care home.
• Recruit, mentor, and inspire a dedicated care team.
• Oversee operations, including budgets and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Compliance knowledge

Person-centred care

Education

Registered Nurse (RGN) with active NMC pin

Job description

Are you ready to pioneer something truly special from the ground up? Our client is seeking a Commissioning Home Manager to shape the future of care in Kent. The company is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to creating vibrant, supportive communities through high-quality nursing and dementia care services.

With a salary of £75,000 - £80,000 per annum, this role offers the chance to build a home and culture that reflects your values. You'll have the support of senior leadership and real opportunities for career progression.

The client is a not-for-profit organisation focused on providing high-quality nursing and dementia care services. They are committed to supporting over 1,000 older people and fostering vibrant, supportive communities.

As a Commissioning Home Manager, you will:

• Lead the full commissioning process of a brand-new care home.
• Recruit, mentor, and inspire a dedicated care team.
• Oversee operations, including budgets, occupancy, and compliance.
• Establish and nurture a strong, person-centred culture from day one.

Package and Benefits:

The Commissioning Home Manager will enjoy:

• Annual salary of £75,000.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Supportive senior leadership.
• Opportunities for career progression.

The ideal Commissioning Home Manager will have:

• Experience as a Registered Nurse (RGN) with an active NMC pin.
• Proven leadership within a care home environment.
• Strong knowledge of CQC standards and a track record of compliance and excellence.
• Commitment to high-quality, person-centred care.
• Previous experience commissioning or opening a new service (ideal, but not essential).

If you have experience or interest in roles such as Care Home Manager, Nursing Home Manager, Residential Home Manager, Care Services Manager, or Dementia Care Manager, this Commissioning Home Manager position could be the perfect fit for you.

This is a rare and rewarding opportunity to lead the launch and long-term success of a new care home. If you are a passionate leader ready to make a difference, apply today and help shape the future of care in Kent.