Registered Home Manager | Nursing Home | Elderly Care
Blackburn, Lancashire
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum
Benefits: 33 days AL (including Bank Holidays) + Birthday off + Paid charity day + Pension + IT equipment + Annual awards invite + EV salary sacrifice scheme
Are you a passionate leader who thrives in a modern, supportive, and people-focused environment?
Do you want to lead a newly expanded, high-quality care service with the tools and team to succeed?
If so, this could be the role for you.
Compass Associates are working exclusively with a high-performing care provider to recruit a Registered Manager for a recently extended 56-bed elderly care home in Blackburn, Lancashire. The home is rated “Good” by the CQC, has undergone a £3 million extension and refurbishment, and is located directly next to the local NHS Hospital.
This is a growing, family-owned care provider with a strong reputation for delivering personalised, high-quality residential, nursing and dementia care. Their homes are well-invested, professionally run, and led by values that place residents and staff at the heart of every decision.
The organisation places a strong emphasis on innovation and digital transformation, with fully digital care planning systems, centralised compliance infrastructure, and a proactive in-house therapy model. They are committed to continuous improvement, staff development, and clinical excellence.
With a stable leadership structure and a clear vision for the future, this is a provider where leaders are truly empowered to make a difference and drive change.
What’s in it for you?
* £55,000 per annum salary
* 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
* Birthday off
* Paid charity day
* Workplace pension
* IT equipment provided
* Invitation to annual awards events
* Salary sacrifice scheme for electric vehicles
Who are we looking for?
We’re seeking a confident, people-centred leader with prior experience managing a larger care service. You’ll be responsible for embedding high standards of care, driving occupancy, and providing strong, compassionate leadership across the home.
While a nursing qualification (RGN) would be advantageous, it is not essential.
The incoming manager will join a highly digitalised organisation with modern systems and a strong appetite for innovation. You must be confident and comfortable leading in a tech-enabled, forward-thinking environment.
Essential Criteria:
* NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management (or working towards)
* Full UK Driving Licence
* Experience managing a larger care home
* Strong understanding of CQC standards and experience of leading through inspection
Desirable:
* RGN / NMC Registration (not essential)
* Experience in commissioning or leading a newly extended service
Location:
The home is located in Blackburn, and is commutable from the following locations: Preston, Burnley, Bolton, Chorley, Accrington, Darwen, Bury, Rochdale, Wigan, Salford, Manchester, Oldham, Stockport, and Clitheroe.
Summary:
We’re recruiting exclusively for a reputable and values-led provider seeking a Registered Manager to lead their newly extended, 56-bed elderly care home in Blackburn. With the backing of a robust support structure, industry-leading systems, and a commitment to quality, this is an opportunity to take ownership and deliver meaningful change.
Recommendations:
Compass Associates are working exclusively on this vacancy. If you're not interested but know someone who could be a great fit, we offer £200 in vouchers for each successful referral.
Contact:
To apply or find out more, contact Jon Mondey directly on 02393 874322 or email an updated CV to jmondey@compassltd.co.uk