Job Description
Job Title: Nursing Home Manager
Location: Watton, Norfolk
Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum (DOE) + Excellent Bonus Scheme
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Lead with Purpose - Make a Real Difference
Are you an experienced Nursing Home Manager ready for your next leadership challenge in a well-established, modern nursing home?
We're seeking a dynamic and compassionate individual to manage a 70-bed nursing care service in the heart of Watton, Norfolk. This role offers a rare opportunity to step into a fully equipped, purpose-built home that is dedicated to delivering person-centred, high-quality care.
About the Home
Set in a vibrant market town with strong transport links to Norwich, the home features spacious, en-suite accommodation across three beautifully decorated floors. Residents enjoy a homely environment supported by a dedicated care team-and we're looking for the right leader to guide and inspire them.
The Role: What You'll Be Doing as a Nursing Home Manager
As Nursing Home Manager, you'll have overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the service, ensuring it meets regulatory requirements and delivers exceptional standards of care.
Key Responsibilities for the Nursing Home Manager:
Lead, inspire and manage a skilled care team with a focus on compassion, dignity and respect.
Ensure compliance with CQC regulations and maintain robust clinical governance.
Manage budgets effectively and drive the commercial success of the home.
Oversee recruitment, retention and development of staff.
Promote full occupancy through strategic marketing and community engagement.
Foster positive relationships with residents, families, and external professionals.
Monitor performance and implement quality improvement initiatives.
Ensure safe working practices and effective risk management throughout the home.
What We're Looking For:
Minimum of 3 years' experience managing a large care setting.
Strong understanding of care legislation and CQC requirements.
Excellent leadership, communication, and people management skills.
Commercial acumen with a proven track record in occupancy and budget control.
A passion for creating a nurturing environment where both residents and staff thrive.
NMC registration is desirable but not essential.
What's in It for You as a Nursing Home Manager?
Salary up to £65,000 per year (depending on experience)
Generous bonus scheme based on performance and profit
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Relocation support (if required)
Paid NMC PIN renewal (if applicable)
Free DBS
Excellent induction and leadership training
Career progression pathways
Employee Assistance Programme
Blue Light Card (we'll cover your membership)
Supportive, values-driven company culture
Ready to Lead?
This is more than a job-it's a chance to shape the future of high-quality care in a modern, well-resourced home with a supportive senior team behind you.
Apply today to discuss this exciting opportunity in confidence.