Home Manager

Care Concern Group; Margate; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider seeks a Home Manager for Sandmere Care Home in Margate. This role involves overseeing operational management, driving occupancy growth, and inspiring a dedicated team within a well-rated care environment. The ideal candidate will be a qualified nurse with experience in occupancy growth and strong leadership skills, ready to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Generous Benefits

Career Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a team.
• Experience in increasing occupancy rates in a care setting.
• Commercially astute with budget management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all operational aspects of Sandmere Care Home.
• Grow occupancy from 26% through strategic initiatives.
• Maintain high care standards and achieve the desired CQC rating.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial Awareness

Team Development

Education

Nurse qualified with current NMC pin

Job description

Location:The Nightingale - Ramsgate Road,Margate,Kent,CT9 4DT

• Salary: Up to £85,000 per annum (DOE) + 40% Annual Bonus

Home Manager (Growth & Occupancy Focus)
Sandmere Care Home | Margate
Up to £85,000 per annum (DOE) + 40% Annual Bonus + Generous Benefits

About the Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to take full operational and commercial responsibility for Sandmere Care Home, a purpose-built, 68-bed residential and nursing service in the heart of Margate. With light-filled communal spaces, luxury en-suite bedrooms, and weekly fees averaging £1,400, Sandmere offers premium living for older people, including those requiring nursing, dementia, and complex care.

With an outstanding 9.9/10 carehome.co.uk score, a loyal long-standing team, and absolutely no agency reliance, the foundations are strong. What we need now is a hands-on, ambitious leader to drive occupancy from its current 26% to full potential and beyond.

This is your chance to lead one of Margate’s finest homes into a new era of growth and recognition, with the autonomy to shape strategy and the backing of a supportive senior team.

Why This Role Matters
You won’t just be managing a home; you’ll be shaping its future success. We’re looking for a strong, visible leader who can -

• Deliver sustained occupancy growth by building strong referral networks and showcasing our exceptional care.
• Maintain and elevate standards to achieve the CQC rating this home deserves.
• Inspire and develop a passionate, loyal team who have been with us from the very start.
• Bring values-led leadership that engages staff, residents, and families alike.

What You’ll Bring

• A strong, visible leadership style that inspires trust, confidence, and motivation across staff, residents, and stakeholders.
• Ideally Nurse qualified with a current NMC pin.
• Experience in commissioning or turnaround - you know how to grow occupancy in a private-pay market.
• Commercially astute with strong budget management, marketing, and compliance expertise.
• A confident, approachable presence that combines warmth with decisive management.

Current Performance Snapshot

• Occupancy: 26%
• Agency Usage: None (long-standing, loyal team)
• carehome.co.uk Rating: 9.9/10
• CQC Rating: Awaiting the recognition this home deserves

Why Join Care Concern Group?
“This role is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and growing care organisation. We seek to recruit the very best home managers and then empower and support them to be brilliant leaders. We believe in nurturing a positive culture where our colleagues are valued, recognised, and supported to overcome challenges.”
— Divisional Director, Care Concern Group

Care Concern Group is a family-run provider with over 100 care homes across the UK, and we’re expanding rapidly. In the past year alone, we’ve commissioned brand-new services and welcomed multiple acquisitions into the group. Joining us now means being part of a forward-thinking, supportive, and ambitious organisation with clear opportunities for career progression.

Our Values
Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity

These values define who we are - from the smallest interaction to the most complex care decisions. If you share them, you’ll find a place to belong and a platform to truly make a difference.

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re a strong, visible leader who thrives on building occupancy and reputation from the ground up, then Sandmere Care Home is ready for you.
Apply today and take the next step in leading Sandmere into its next chapter.

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