Job Description
Job Title: Home Manager - New Luxury Care Home
Location: Weymouth, Dorset
Salary: Up to £65,000 per year (depending on experience) + Excellent PRP
Job Type: Permanent | Full-time | Salaried
Closing Date: 20/06/2025
About the Opportunity of Home Manager:
An exciting new opportunity has arisen for an experienced and passionate Home Manager to lead a purpose-built nursing and residential care home opening soon in the Weymouth area. With significant investment planned (£15 million), this is a chance to shape a new service from the ground up and be part of a forward-thinking provider committed to delivering outstanding care.
You'll be joining a growing organisation known for its supportive culture, clear values, and excellent staff wellbeing. With a sector-leading reputation and national recognition for quality, you'll be empowered to lead with compassion, innovation, and integrity.
The Role of Home Manager:
As Home Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring high-quality, person-centred care and strong commercial performance. You will be responsible for achieving regulatory compliance, meeting occupancy targets, and leading a dedicated multidisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities for the Home Manager include:
Provide inspirational leadership to staff, creating a culture of kindness, dignity, and excellence
Drive compliance with CQC and all statutory regulations, aiming for Outstanding standards
Recruit, train, and retain a skilled and motivated care team
Manage the home's budget and financial performance, ensuring effective cost control
Deliver and maintain high occupancy through strategic marketing and community engagement
Develop and sustain strong relationships with residents, families, staff, and external partners
Ensure timely and accurate completion of administrative and care-related documentation
Monitor and continuously improve the quality of care and operational performance
Proactively manage risks and uphold health and safety standards
What We're Looking For in a Home Manager:
Previous experience as a Registered or Residential Home Manager
Strong knowledge of CQC regulations and quality standards, with a proven record of compliance
Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
Commercially aware, with experience of managing budgets and marketing care services
Passion for high-quality, person-centred care and continuous service improvement
NMC registration (preferred but not essential)
What You'll Gain as a Home Manager:
A rewarding leadership role where you can make a real difference in a brand-new service
Support from an experienced and enthusiastic team, both on-site and centrally
A positive, people-first culture where your wellbeing and career growth are prioritised
Excellent opportunities for professional development and progression
Real Living Wage employer commitment
Competitive salary of up to £65,000 per year (DOE) + performance-related pay
Apply today to become a key part of this exciting new care home opening and help shape the future of high-quality care in Weymouth.