Job Description
Care Home Manager – York \nSalary: £35,000 per annum \nHours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (flexible hours to meet the needs of the home) \nLocation: York\n\nAre you a compassionate leader with a passion for high-quality, person-centred care? We’re looking for a dedicated Care Home Manager to take the reins of a beautiful, small residential care home in York.\n\nThis is a family-run care home with over 30 years of history, a loyal staff team, and a heart-warming “home away from home” atmosphere. From our stunning back garden to regular mid-week visits from a pianist, we create a comforting environment where both residents and staff feel truly valued.\n\nAbout the Home: \nA small, well-established care home with a reputation for genuine warmth and exceptional care \nGorgeous landscaped garden — perfect for sunny afternoons and social activities \nWeekly entertainment including live piano music \nLongstanding, highly experienced senior carers who know the residents like family \nA calming, homely environment that puts comfort and dignity first\n\nKey Responsibilities: \nLead and manage the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring the highest standards of care \nInspire, support and develop the team, building a positive, stable staff culture \nOversee care planning, audits, medication, and compliance with CQC regulations \nWork closely with residents, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure personalised care \nTake responsibility for health and safety, safeguarding, and risk management \nManage staffing levels, rotas, recruitment, and team development \nEnsure the home maintains its warm, welcoming environment and excellent local reputation \nUphold the values of a family-run, person-first service\n\nAbout You: \nExperienced in managing or leading within a residential or nursing care setting \nNVQ Level 3 or above (Level 5 desirable or willingness to work towards) \nStrong understanding of CQC standards and a passion for quality care \nExcellent communication and leadership skills \nWarm, approachable, and hands-on in your approach to management \nAble to adapt working hours to meet the needs of the home\n\nWhy Join Us?
\nA truly supportive, close-knit team who care as much for each other as they do the residents \nLong-term, stable staff team — you’ll be walking into a well-run, settled service \nA home where your ideas and input will be genuinely valued \nThe feel of a family-run home, with none of the pressure of a corporate environment\n\nInterested? \nIf this role sounds like a good fit for you, please get in touch today. \nEmail: (url removed) \nCall: (phone number removed)