Home Manager

Aurem Care; Tandridge; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Tandridge is looking for an experienced Clinical Care Home Manager to lead their team and deliver high-quality clinical care. The successful candidate will manage staff, ensure compliance with regulations, and foster positive relationships with residents and families. Strong leadership skills, valid nursing experience with an NMC pin, and a background in elderly and dementia care are essential. The role offers a competitive salary, generous leave, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Home Manager bonus

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Life insurance

Free DBS

Free parking

Company pension

Wagestream - same-day pay

Employee assistance programme

In-house training

Opportunities for further training and development

Qualifications

• Experience as a Care Home Manager.
• Strong background in elderly and dementia care.
• Proven track record of meeting deadlines and KPI expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team to deliver high-standard clinical care and governance.
• Manage and support a team of Clinical Leads and clinical staff.
• Collaborate with the Operations Team to ensure high-quality care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Risk management

Clinical knowledge

Team development

NMC Code of Conduct

Education

Valid nursing experience with an NMC pin

Job description

As an experienced Clinical Care Home Manager, you will lead our team to deliver high-standard clinical care and governance for our residents. This role involves direct oversight of staff, risk management, and fostering positive relationships with residents, families, and regulatory bodies.

• Manage and support a competent team of Clinical Leads and clinical staff, providing a supportive environment for development of clinical skills.
• Collaborate with the Operations Team, Deputy Manager, and senior care staff to deliver high-quality care standards through regular meetings.
• Anticipate problems and resolve them proactively and independently, ensuring effective communication.
• Promote Residents' Rights and ensure all staff complete mandatory training.
• Develop and maintain current clinical knowledge and best practice.
• Implement clinical and care review processes to monitor performance at the home level.
• Provide clinical supervision to qualified home staff, notably nurses and clinical leads.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with residents, families, and the community.
• Manage risk to ensure compliance with standards and customer safety.
• Maintain relationships with regulatory bodies and respond promptly to information requests.
• Support staff development through competency assessments and training opportunities.
• Maintain staffing levels in line with CQC, local authority and Aurem Care requirements, including participation in recruitment.
• Ensure confidentiality, adhere to data protection and Caldicott principles, and respect the NMC Code of Conduct.
• Protect the safety and welfare of service users, visitors, and staff.
• Stay informed of changes in the care environment and share best practice techniques.
• Drive continuous improvement and support agreed innovations and technology where appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, personnel checks, references and DBS requirements.
• Maintain and develop staff training, appraisals and supervision.
• Oversee all documentation required by Aurem Care regulatory bodies.
• Conduct assessments of prospective residents before admission.
• Perform any other duties necessary to meet service delivery for residents. Experience as a Care Home Manager.
• Strong background in elderly and dementia care.
• Valid nursing experience with an NMC pin.
• Ability to lead, develop and inspire both clinical and non‑clinical teams.
• Proven track record of meeting deadlines and KPI expectations.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Sound knowledge of CQC regulations.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Highly motivated and professional attitude. Competitive salary £65 000 - £70 000 per annum, dependant on experience.
• Home Manager bonus and yearly salary review.
• Full‑time, 40 hours per week schedule.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro‑rata for part‑time).
• Life insurance and free DBS (T & C's apply).
• Free parking and company pension.
• Wagestream - same‑day pay.
• Employee assistance programme - healthcare and mental health support.
• In‑house training via e‑learning and fully funded apprenticeship courses.
• Opportunities for further training and development.
• Part of an award‑winning care group committed to excellence.