Care Home Manager

Job description

About Us

My client is a well-established care provider operating nursing and residential care homes across the North East. They are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care and are looking for a passionate and experienced Home Manager to lead one of their homes.

The Role

You will take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the care home, ensuring residents receive outstanding care while leading and developing your team. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will maintain regulatory compliance, drive occupancy, and create a warm, supportive environment for residents, families, and staff alike.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading and managing all aspects of the care home, maintaining 24-hour accountability
• Ensuring the highest standards of care through direct involvement, supervision, and auditing of care plans
• Recruiting, training, supervising, and appraising staff to build a skilled and motivated team
• Managing budgets, rotas, and resources effectively
• Building positive relationships with residents, families, GPs, and external healthcare professionals
• Maintaining full compliance with CQC regulations, health and safety requirements, and company policies
• Investigating complaints and incidents thoroughly and implementing improvements
• Actively marketing the home and working to maintain high occupancy levels

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of care home experience
• Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN/RNLD) with active NMC PIN or NVQ/QCF Level 5 in Health and Social Care Leadership
• Proven management or supervisory experience in a care setting
• Strong understanding of CQC regulations and compliance requirements
• Confident in budget management, staff development, and care planning
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Satisfactory DBS check and references

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Supportive senior leadership team
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact in a well-regarded care home

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Northumberland

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

12-01-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English