Lead Nursing Home Manager - Elder Care & Dementia

Compass Associates; Watford; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30% performance-related bonus

Life Insurance

Private Health Insurance

Job summary

A respected care provider in Watford is seeking an experienced Home Manager to lead a large care home. This role involves full operational leadership, driving standards in nursing and dementia care while managing compliance and financial performance. The ideal candidate will have significant leadership experience, preferably as an RGN/RMN, and a strong track record in improving occupancy and maintaining quality care. The position offers a competitive salary of £75,000 – £80,000 plus a performance-related bonus and benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Home Manager within an elderly nursing and/or dementia care setting.
• Demonstrable success in achieving positive regulatory outcomes and managing compliance.
• Nurse-qualified (RGN/RMN) preferred, though experienced non-clinical managers will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide full operational leadership of the home, ensuring outstanding standards of nursing, dementia, and residential care.
• Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing multidisciplinary team.
• Drive occupancy, financial performance, and long-term sustainability.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial acumen

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management

Job description

A respected care provider in Watford is seeking an experienced Home Manager to lead a large care home. This role involves full operational leadership, driving standards in nursing and dementia care while managing compliance and financial performance. The ideal candidate will have significant leadership experience, preferably as an RGN/RMN, and a strong track record in improving occupancy and maintaining quality care. The position offers a competitive salary of £75,000 – £80,000 plus a performance-related bonus and benefits.