Nursing home manager

Howard Finley Care Ltd; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Chesterfield is looking for a Care Home Manager to oversee a 42-bed facility. The ideal candidate must have an NVQ Level 5 Diploma and significant managerial experience in adult social care. Responsibilities include ensuring high-quality care services, managing staff, and compliance with CQC standards.

Qualifications

• Registered Manager experience or willingness to register with CQC.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a managerial or senior leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Manage a 42-bed care home providing complex care services.
• Lead care provision for service users with dementia and other conditions.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Leadership

Communication skills

Operational expertise

Budget control

Education

NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care

Job description

To be successful in this role, candidates must demonstrate a blend of clinical knowledge, operational expertise, and compassionate leadership. You will be entrusted with managing a 42-bed care home providing a wide range of complex care services, including dementia care, nursing, learning disabilities, mental health support, palliative care, and physical rehabilitation.

Qualifications & Registration

• NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (or equivalent) - required
• Registered Manager experience or willingness to register with the CQC as a Responsible Person
• Up-to-date knowledge of CQC Fundamental Standards, Health and Social Care Act 2008, and GDPR regulations

Experience

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a managerial or senior leadership role in a care home or adult social care setting
• Proven ability to lead care provision for service users with:
• Mild to complex dementia
• Mental health conditions
• Learning disabilities and autism
• End-of-life/palliative care needs
• Neurological conditions such as Parkinson's and stroke
• Experience in working with multi-disciplinary teams, families, and local authorities
• Strong understanding of safeguarding protocols, risk management, and infection prevention
• Competent in budget control, occupancy management, and cost-effective staffing
• Skilled in carrying out internal audits and leading external inspections (e.g. CQC, Local Authority)
• Able to develop and implement care planning systems that are person-centred and outcome-focused

Leadership & Communication

• Proven ability to lead, coach, and support diverse care teams including clinical and support staff
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Able to manage sensitive and challenging situations with professionalism and empathy
• Effective at liaising with residents' families, external health professionals, and contracting authorities such as Derbyshire County Council and NHS CHC
• Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN/RNLD) with an active NMC PIN (not essential)
• Experience in managing dual-funded placements (e.g., NHS CHC + LA top-up + private)
• Knowledge of dementia frameworks, e.g., Namaste, Montessori for dementia, or similar
• Familiarity with digital care planning systems (e.g., Person Centred Software)

Personal Attributes

• A compassionate, resident-focused mindset
• Natural leader with a collaborative and motivational management style
• Proactive, organised, and solution-oriented
• Committed to continuous professional development and quality improvement

You're consenting to receive job alert emails. Unsubscribe at any time. Later you can 'Get Hired ' to create a full account to edit your preferences. Read our privacy policy for more details.

£13.5 - 13.5 Per hour Full timePermanent Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, England

Senior Care Assistant job - Uttoxeter Howard Finley Care are recruiting for a new Senior Care Assistant to work within our client's...

£35000.0 - 38000.0 Per year Full timePermanent Derby, Derbyshire, England

Location: Derby (must drive) Salary: £35,000 per annum Hours: Full-Time | 40 hours per week Contract: PermanentAbout the Role:We ar...

As a Care Home Manager at HC-One, you'll value kindness above all. It touches upon every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residenti...

With over 25 years' experience, nearly 240 care homes, and six independent hospitals, Barchester Healthcare currently have some of ...

Registered Manager Reference PRI100852 Location The Birches, 18 Gladstone Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S40 4TE Priory Group Divi...

£38000.0 - 42000.0 Per year Full timePermanent Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England

Howard Finley Care are currently recruiting for a home manager for our client's 25 Care Home based in Bulwell, Nottingham which pro...

£44000.0 - 45000.0 Per year Full timePermanent Belper, Derbyshire, England

Nursing Home ManagerNursing Pin is EssentialBelper, Derby£55,000 per annumDays shifts AvailableHoward Finley Care is searching for ...

£55000.0 - 55000.0 Per year Full timePermanent Blaydon-on-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, England

Home Manager Job - NewcastleHoward Finley Care are recruiting for a new Home Manager to work within our clients Nursing home.About ...

Full timePermanent Kenilworth, Warwickshire, England

Do you have strong leadership skills and experience in developing a service? Ready to take the lead in shaping the future of care? ...

Full timePermanent Seacroft, Leeds, West Yorkshire, England

Do you have strong leadership skills and experience in developing a service? Ready to take the lead in shaping the future of care? ...