Nursing Home Manager

Willing Care Recruitment Limited; Tranent; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Nursing Home Manager for a newly refurbished care home in Tranent, Scotland. This role offers a salary of up to £65,000, along with a bonus scheme and a generous benefits package. The successful candidate will lead a dedicated team, ensuring high standards of care and compliance with regulations while fostering strong relationships with residents and the community.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus scheme

Paid NMC renewal fees

Company sick pay

Competitive pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Home Manager within a nursing home setting.
• Track record of improving occupancy and maintaining care standards.
• Knowledge of current care legislation and CQC requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the care team for exceptional person-centred care.
• Ensure compliance with CQC regulations and clinical governance.
• Drive occupancy levels through effective marketing and community engagement.
• Manage budgets and resources efficiently.

Skills

Strong leadership and people management skills

Excellent communication abilities

Organisational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

NMC registration as a Nurse

Job description

Overview

Nursing Home Manager (Nurse Qualified) – Up to £65,000 + Bonus scheme

Step into a role where leadership meets purpose. Our client is looking for an experienced and passionate Nursing Home Manager to lead a beautiful, newly refurbished care home. This is an exceptional opportunity for a nurse-qualified Nursing Home Manager with proven home management experience to make a real impact in a warm, supportive environment.

Offering a competitive salary of up to £65,000, plus a generous benefits package and performance bonuses, this role is perfect for someone who thrives on providing outstanding care, inspiring their team, and improving occupancy levels.

As the Nursing Home Manager, you’ll have full operational responsibility for the home, ensuring the highest standards of care, safety, and resident wellbeing. You’ll lead by example, supporting a dedicated team and building strong relationships with residents, families, and the wider community.

What We’re Looking For

• NMC-registered Nurse
• Proven experience as a Home Manager within a nursing home setting.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• A track record of improving occupancy and maintaining excellent care standards.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of current care legislation and CQC requirements.

Why Join This Service?

• Performance-related bonus scheme linked to CI rating.
• Paid NMC renewal fees.
• Company sick pay.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing and support

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop the care team to deliver exceptional person-centred care.
• Maintain high standards of clinical governance, ensuring compliance with CQC regulations.
• Drive occupancy levels through effective marketing and community engagement.
• Manage budgets and resources efficiently, balancing quality care with operational targets.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and ongoing staff development.

Reference: WILL160822/JE

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