Company Overview
The Restful Homes Group has been providing high‑quality luxury care for over 30 years. We specialise in the care of elderly individuals, including those with dementia. As a family‑owned and operated business, we deliver flexible and personalised care tailored to each resident, ensuring person‑centred care and a compassionate environment.
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Home Manager for Stafford Specialist Care Centre. The Home Manager will oversee daily operations, ensuring the highest standards of care and supervising a team of caregivers. Leadership will focus on developing care plans, particularly for dementia care.
Job Responsibilities
* Lead by example and develop effective teams.
* Develop a positive working environment and support staff through training and development.
* Provide supervision, annual appraisal, and mentorship to Team Leaders and senior staff.
* Maintain strong working relationships between staff and residents.
* Conduct regular meetings: weekly residents and Team Leader meetings, fortnightly staff meetings.
* Collaborate with Recruitment and Training Manager on recruitment and retention.
* Provide support and guidance to the staff team.
* Ensure mandatory and refresher training is completed.
* Carry out disciplinary and grievance procedures in line with policy.
* Provide regular on‑call cover.
* Ensure staff adhere to codes of practice and the Staff Handbook.
* Run the Home in line with statutory and Home from Home policies.
* Adhere to Care Quality Commission (CQC) requirements.
* Develop a culture of staff development and expertise.
* Conduct monthly Quality Assessment Audits.
* Take responsibility for leadership areas directed by the Operations Manager.
* Manage delegated budgets and report discrepancies.
* Ensure financial systems compliance.
* Maintain accurate records and personal information per Data Protection Act and Information Governance.
* Attend reviews, Manager meetings, and contribute to agendas.
* Ensure Health & Safety regulations and guidance are met.
* Complete RIDDOR and Reg.37 reports and ensure staff H&S training.
* Assess and mitigate risks to service users and staff.
* Maintain premises cleanliness and hygiene.
* Work within H&S policy and procedures.
* Maintain effective links with Head Office and families/carers.
* Implement joint initiatives such as Person‑Centred Plans and Health Action Plans.
* Celebrate and share success with residents, colleagues, and partners.
* Ensure equality in the workplace and respect individuality.
* Act as an ambassador for the Home and represent the Company at events.
* Undertake ongoing professional development.
* Uphold company values and ethos.
* Perform other reasonable duties as directed by the Operations Manager.
Requirements / Qualifications
* Minimum 1st Level Registered Nurse with a valid NMC pin.
* NVQ Level 5 in Health and Social Care (or willingness to achieve).
* Previous senior management experience in a care home.
* Sound knowledge of CQC requirements and related regulations.
* Strong leadership, motivation, and communication skills.
* Excellent interpersonal and relational abilities with residents, families, and stakeholders.
* Strong organisational and problem‑solving skills.
* Passion for delivering high‑quality care to residents.
Experience
* Managerial: 1 year (required)
* Care home: 1 year (required)
Licence / Certification
* NMC licence (required)
* Driving licence (required)
Pay
Starting at £70,000 per year.
Application
Please apply by sending your CV and a covering letter to recruitment.sponsorship@restfulhomes.co.uk explaining why you are the ideal candidate for this role.
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