Home Manager

Care Uk; South Harting; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Care UK is seeking a passionate Home Manager for Skylark House to lead day-to-day operations and drive excellence in care. The role requires strong leadership, budget control, and regulatory know-how, with a commitment to placing residents at the heart of every decision.

You will oversee a team, ensure regulatory compliance, manage finances, and build positive relationships with relatives and external agencies to uphold the home’s reputation.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a care home or similar service.
• Proven ability to manage a budget and control financials.
• Knowledge of Care Standards Act and Health & Safety legislation.
• Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
• Commitment to raising standards through new ideas and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and effective management for all staff in the home.
• Promote a caring environment in line with guidelines and regulations.
• Ensure financial and commercial management of the home per policy.
• Maintain high resident satisfaction and positive relationships with relatives and external bodies.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Regulatory knowledge

Team management

Continuous improvement

Job description

Do you have strong leadership skills and experience in developing a service? Ready to take the lead in shaping the future of care? Care UK is an awarding winning private care company with over 250 care homes across the United Kingdom. We are seeking a passionate and energetic Home Manager to join our vibrant and dedicated team at Skylark House

At Care UK, we are committed to providing exceptional care to our residents and our values of Caring, Passionate and Teamwork are at the heart of all we do. Our success is built on the strength of our people and with a vast network of care homes and a diverse range of support functions, we're on a mission to find exceptional talent to join us on our journey.

The role:

To take responsibility for all aspects of the day to day running of the care home and to achieve an industry leading standard.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and effective management for all staff employed in the home.
• Promote a caring environment that is delivered according to latest guidelines, best practice, legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure the effective financial and commercial management of the home in accordance with company policy.
• Ensure that a high level of satisfaction with the service is achieved and maintained as well as maintaining excellent relationships with relatives, residents, purchasers and external agencies to build and maintain a positive reputation in the local community.

What We're Looking For:

• 2-3+ years Home Manager experience.
• Care of older people in a Residential and Dementia setting
• Ability to control and manage a budget and accounts.
• Knowledge of the Care Standards Act and Health and Safety Legislation
• Ability to raise standards through innovation and new ideas

Why Join Care UK?

• Be part of a dynamic and growing organisation dedicated to providing outstanding care.
• Collaborate with a diverse and talented team in a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents and contribute to the success of our care homes.

We are committed to recruiting diverse, talented people, who share our passion for helping others. We see the potential in everyone, let us fulfil yours.