Residential Home Manager - Dementia Care
Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Salary: £42,000 + Bonus (OTE £54,000-£56,000)
Service: 20+ Bed Dementia‑Focused Residential Home
We are seeking an experienced, motivated and compassionate Residential Home Manager to lead a well‑established 20+ bed dementia‑focused residential care home in Wakefield. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong Registered Manager or an ambitious Deputy Manager ready to step into a senior leadership role.
The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering exceptional care standards, ensuring full compliance, supporting staff development and maintaining a warm, person‑centred environment for residents and families.
About the Role
As the Home Manager, you will oversee the day‑to‑day running of the home, ensuring the highest standards of dementia care and operational excellence. You will lead a dedicated team, manage budgets, maintain occupancy and work closely with families, local authorities and healthcare professionals.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage the daily operations of a 20+ bed dementia residential home
* Ensure full compliance with CQC standards and internal quality frameworks
* Deliver exceptional person‑centred care and safeguarding practices
* Manage staffing levels, rotas, recruitment and team development
* Oversee budgets, occupancy and financial performance
* Build strong relationships with residents, families and external professionals
* Drive continuous improvement and maintain a positive, supportive culture
* Oversee care planning, risk assessments, audits and quality assurance
Requirements
* Experience as a Home Manager or Deputy Manager in a residential or dementia care setting
* Strong understanding of CQC regulations and compliance
* Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills
* Passion for delivering high‑quality dementia care
* Ability to manage budgets, staffing and operational performance
* NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management (or working towards) preferred
What We Offer
* £42,000 base salary
* Bonus structure taking total earnings to £54,000-£56,000
* Supportive senior leadership team
* Opportunities for professional development and career progression
* A warm, collaborative and resident‑focused working environment
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