Nursing Home Operations Manager - Dorset

Purosearch Ltd; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruitment agency in Dorchester is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee five nursing homes. The ideal candidate is RGN or RMN qualified with robust experience in nursing home management and multi-site operations. This full-time position requires a strong understanding of CQC compliance and clinical governance. The successful candidate will lead a dedicated team, drive quality improvement, and ensure outstanding, person-centred care is delivered. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive senior team

Opportunity for career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Nursing Home Management.
• Experience in multi-site, area, or operations management.
• Strong knowledge of CQC regulations and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational and clinical leadership across multiple nursing homes.
• Ensure consistent CQC compliance and quality improvement.
• Oversee occupancy, staffing, budgets and KPIs.

Skills

Leadership

CQC compliance

Multi-site operations

Clinical governance

Communication

Decision-making

Education

RGN or RMN qualification (NMC registered)

Job description

Operations Manager / Area Manager / Regional Manager – Nursing Homes (RGN or RMN Qualified)

Dorset | Multi‑Site Nursing Homes (5 Homes)

Competitive Salary + Benefits | Full‑Time, Permanent

Overview

We are recruiting an experienced Operations Manager / Area Manager to oversee five nursing homes in Dorset. This senior leadership opportunity is for a RGN or RMN qualified nurse with strong experience in nursing home management, multi‑site operations, CQC compliance and clinical governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational and clinical leadership across multiple nursing homes
• Line management, coaching and performance oversight of Home Managers
• Ensure consistent CQC compliance, safeguarding, MCA & DoLS across all services
• Drive quality improvement, innovation and best practice, including technology‑enabled care
• Lead service improvement, turnaround and performance management where required
• Oversee occupancy, staffing, budgets and operational KPIs
• Build strong relationships with CQC, commissioners, MDTs, residents and families
• Ensure outstanding, person‑centred care is delivered at all times

Essential Requirements (Must‑Have)

• RGN or RMN qualified (NMC registered)
• Proven experience in Nursing Home Management
• Experience in multi‑site, area, regional or operations management or nursing home managers looking to step up
• Strong knowledge of CQC regulations, clinical governance and safeguarding
• Track record of delivering high‑quality care and positive CQC outcomes
• Commercial and operational awareness
• Passion for innovation, digital systems and modern care delivery
• Excellent leadership, communication and decision‑making skills

Who Should Apply?

• Experienced Operations / Area / Regional Managers in elderly or nursing care
• Nursing Home Managers with strong history managing successful nursing homes looking to progress
• Nurse qualified care home managers or experienced operations manager candidates with strong knowledge of the nursing home sector

Why Join Us?

• Senior leadership role with real influence across multiple services
• Organisation committed to innovation, technology and continuous improvement
• Supportive senior team and clear strategic vision
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to genuinely raise standards and improve lives

Apply now with your CV
Early applications encouraged.