Job Title: Nursing Home Manager (RGN/RMN) Location: Hertfordshire Salary: 55-60k Job Type: Full Time, Permanent About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and nurse-qualified Nursing Home Manager to lead a well-established, 37-bed nursing home in the Suffolk region. We are seeking a committed leader to continue providing high-quality care in a warm and person-centred environment. You will be responsible for the operational and clinical leadership of the home, which provides complex care for elderly residents including dementia, physical disability, and long-term health conditions. The home benefits from a close-knit, supportive team and a positive care culture shaped around dignity, wellbeing, and respect. Key Responsibilities Provide day-to-day management of all aspects of the home, ensuring the highest standards of clinical and residential care. Lead the home's skilled team of nurses, carers, and support staff with professionalism and integrity. Maintain and improve compliance with CQC regulations and statutory requirements. Develop and manage budgets, occupancy, staffing levels, and resources effectively. Lead on audits, care planning, risk management, and safeguarding procedures. Build strong working relationships with residents, families, multidisciplinary teams, and external agencies. Drive staff development through training, appraisals, and mentorship. Monitor and improve KPIs including quality, safety, finance, and employee engagement. Ensure all care documentation and medication practices meet required standards. Promote innovation and best practice in elderly and specialist care. Requirements Valid NMC PIN - RGN or RMN (active registration) Proven experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager within a nursing home setting At least 3 years' management experience in the same or similar role - no job hoppers Strong IT literacy, including experience with electronic care planning systems Sound financial acumen with experience in business planning and budget management Strong knowledge of clinical governance, safeguarding, infection control, and CQC frameworks Excellent communication and leadership skills Calm, confident, and emotionally intelligent leadership style What's on Offer Competitive salary between 55-60k Opportunity to manage a highly respected, well-run 37-bed nursing home Supportive handover from the current manager Low-pressure recruitment process A chance to lead a committed, well-trained team and work in a values-led care setting Structured support from the wider leadership team About the Home The home is well-regarded in the local area and provides specialist complex care supported by experienced clinical champions in dementia, diabetes, wound care, nutrition, and falls prevention. Residents benefit from a vibrant activities programme, tailored wellbeing plans, and a strong sense of community. The focus is on dignity, comfort, and clinical excellence. Interested? This is a rare opportunity to take the reins of a settled and clinically sound home. If you meet the criteria and are looking to progress your career in a well-supported and respected service, please send your CV directly to me on Jacob@howard-finley.co.uk