Home Manager

Recruitment Panda; Colchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable nursing home near Colchester is looking for an experienced Home Manager to lead their team. The position offers a salary between £55,000 and £60,000, along with benefits such as 5.6 weeks of annual leave and a health cashback scheme. The home has a solid leadership structure and good potential for improvement. Ideal candidates will have previous nursing home management experience and a leadership style that promotes teamwork and clear communication.

Benefits

5.6 weeks' annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Health cashback scheme

Access to a staff lodge on the Devon / Cornwall border

Qualifications

• Previous nursing home management experience is essential.
• Candidates should demonstrate a supportive and approachable leadership style.
• Ability to bring consistency and clear direction to the team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the nursing home effectively.
• Support and guide the care team to ensure high standards of care.
• Implement policies and procedures to improve home performance.

Skills

Nursing home management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Job description

Home Manager

A Great Opportunity to Start the New Year Strong

As we head into the Christmas period and look toward the year ahead, a well‑established nursing home near Colchester is looking for an experienced Home Manager to take the lead.

This is a stable, well‑supported home with a Good CQC rating, an experienced Deputy, a strong Administrator, and a loyal care team who take real pride in their work. They're ready for a manager who can bring consistency, clear direction, and a steady, approachable presence.

The organisation is supportive, hands‑on when needed, and genuinely committed to giving their Home Manager the tools and backing to succeed. If you're someone who values teamwork, communicates well, and leads with both confidence and care, this could be an excellent next step.

What's on offer

• Salary: £55,000-£60,000 (DOE)


• Experience: Previous nursing home management is essential


• Support: Strong senior team and head office guidance

Benefits

• 5.6 weeks' annual leave


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Health cashback scheme


• Access to a staff lodge on the Devon / Cornwall border

This home has real potential to move from Good to Outstanding with the right leadership. If you're looking for a positive change going into the new year, somewhere you can make a genuine impact and feel well supported, this could be the ideal fit.

If this sounds like you, please get in touch for a confidential conversation or send over your CV, even if it's not up to date.

If you're considering a fresh start, this could be the role that brings a bit of cheer to the end of your year.