Job Description
We are recruiting on behalf of a leading residential care provider seeking a dedicated Home Manager for their well-established care home near KT11.
As the Home Manager you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring that it achieves and maintains the highest standard of care. You will lead a supportive, passionate team, and foster a caring, respectful environment for older people (including those living with dementia). Key accountabilities include:
* Provide strong leadership and effective management of all staff within the home, promoting a positive team culture.
* Ensure the home is operated in line with the latest best-practice, legislative and regulatory requirements.
* Oversee the financial and commercial aspects of the home: budgeting, cost control and performance.
* Build and maintain excellent relationships with residents, families, external agencies and the local community, ensuring high satisfaction levels and reputation.
* Develop, innovate and implement new ideas to continually raise standards of care and service.
* Be the visible, approachable leader on-site, driving a culture of compassion, teamwork and continuous improvement.
Requirements
The successful candidate will have:
* At least 2-3 years’ experience as a Home Manager (or equivalent senior care leadership role) in a residential and dementia care setting.
* Prior experience caring for older people including those with dementia.
* Proven ability to manage budgets, financial performance and business operations.
* Sound knowledge of relevant legislation (such as the Care Standards Act, health & safety requirements) and regulatory frameworks.
* Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to inspire and develop your team.
* A commitment to high quality, person-centred care and the drive to innovate and raise standards.
Benefits
Working through our agency on behalf of this employer you will receive:
* A very competitive salary of up to £67,000 plus bonus potential.
* A permanent contract, working from a beautifully presented home with excellent facilities, including supportive surroundings and strong leadership development.
* The opportunity to join a forward-looking organisation committed to training, development and career progression.
* A friendly, inclusive culture where your impact matters and you are supported to make a difference.
* The chance to work in a supportive environment caring for older people in a high-quality home, making a meaningful difference to residents’ lives.
Requirements
Requirements We’re looking for a dynamic leader who blends empathy with excellence, and who thrives on building something meaningful from the ground up. Essential: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent). Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Registered Manager in an Ofsted-registered children’s home (EBD or similar). Proven track record of achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted ratings. Strong understanding of Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards (2015). Robust safeguarding knowledge and ability to implement effective systems and processes. Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills. Desirable: Experience supporting children with EBD, trauma, or attachment difficulties. Previous involvement in registering or setting up a new children’s home.