Support Manager

Bristol Industrial; England; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Support Manager to oversee care homes in East England. The role demands excellent leadership, financial oversight, and compliance management. Ideal candidates will possess NMC registration, along with substantial experience in healthcare management, ensuring personalized care for residents.

Qualifications

• NMC-registered nurse with relevant post-registration experience preferred.
• Experience in managing a care home or similar healthcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements in the care industry.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day running of care homes and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Recruit, train, and support care home managers and staff.
• Monitor financial performance and manage budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Compliance Knowledge

Financial Management

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

NMC Registration

Job description

Support Manager - (NMC Pin desirable but not essential)
£60,000 per annum
Monthly Car Allowance
PRP Bonus
Ipswich and surrounding areas

Meridian Business Support are working with an established National Private Healthcare Provider client who are looking to recruit a Regional Support Manager to coverer a portfolio of homes in the East of England.

As the Support Manager, you will oversee or assist in the day-to-day running of the care homes. This role involves ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, maintaining financial oversight with a strong focus on occupancy, providing leadership, support, and mentorship to staff to ensure the delivery of exceptional, person-centred care to all residents.

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Provide effective leadership, recruit for key roles, and ensure staff are trained. Foster a positive, inclusive work culture aligned with company values.
• Recruit, train, and mentor care home managers and staff to create a supportive working environment.
• Monitor financial and business performance, manage budgets, and implement strategies to meet targets.
• Compliance & Risk – Ensure legal and regulatory compliance, manage risks, and implement action plans where needed.
• Maintain high standards of care and environment. Build strong relationships with residents, families, and stakeholders, and resolve concerns promptly.

Skills and attributes:

• NMC-registered nurse with relevant post-registration experience preferred but not essential.
• Proven experience in managing a care home or similar healthcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of financial management, compliance, and regulatory requirements in the care home industry.
• Excellent leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of best practices in quality care and environment for elderly residents.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

What will you gain?
You will have the satisfaction of working with and being supported by an enthusiastic and caring team that puts people at the heart of the business. We know the happiness of our staff improves the service we give our residents. You will have plenty of opportunities to learn and develop your skills, and we have the procedures and processes in place to help you at every step.

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.