Care Home Manager / Commissioning Home Manager
Brand New Luxury Care Home
Salary Circa £75k + Bonus
Are you an experienced Care Home Manager or Commissioning Home Manager looking for your next exciting opportunity? We are currently recruiting for a dynamic, compassionate, and experienced leader to manage the launch and ongoing success of a brand-new luxury care home.
This is a rare opportunity for a Commissioning Home Manager to take full responsibility for opening and leading a modern, purpose-built care home, focused on excellence in care, community, and team culture. We are looking for a Care Home Manager to open a wonderful, luxury home and to make this home their own.
Why Join Us?
Our client believes that every resident deserves exceptional care – and every team member deserves a positive, supportive place to work. That’s why they are committed to building an outstanding care home from the ground up – with the right Care Home Manager / Commissioning Home Manager at the helm.
About the Role
As our Care Home Manager / Commissioning Home Manager, you will:
Oversee all aspects of the care home's commissioning and ongoing operations
Promote a caring and person-centred environment where residents feel safe, respected, and valued
Lead the recruitment, development, and performance of your team to deliver exceptional care
Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and company standards
Manage budgets, occupancy, marketing, and care quality
Build strong relationships with residents, families, professionals, and the wider community
Key Responsibilities
Lead the setup and commissioning process as Commissioning Home Manager
Manage daily operations once the home is open, ensuring exceptional care delivery
Develop and implement personalised care plans
Oversee recruitment, staff training, and team development
Maintain compliance with the Health & Social Care Act and CQC requirements
Control budgets and report financial performance to directors
Handle medication processes and stock control effectively
Ensure successful marketing and promotion of the home to drive occupancy
Create a welcoming, supportive culture for both residents and staff
Essential Skills
Proven experience as a Care Home Manager or Commissioning Home Manager
Experience gained in commissioning care homes
Strong leadership and team development skills
Knowledge of health & social care legislation
Budget management experience
Passion for high-quality, resident-led care
Professional, confident, and compassionate
Role Details
Job Title: Care Home Manager / Commissioning Home Manager
Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm (flexibility required)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £75k - £80k max + Bonus + Benefits
We Offer
A permanent role as Care Home Manager / Commissioning Home Manager
Competitive salary and leadership responsibility
Full support with training and professional development (including NVQ)
Fully funded enhanced DBS check
An opportunity to build and shape a home and team from day one
A purposeful, satisfying role in a supportive environment
This is the ideal opportunity for an ambitious Care Home Manager / Commissioning Home Manager who wants to make a mark by leading a premium care home from its earliest stages to long-term success. If you're ready to bring your experience, vision, and compassion to a brand-new setting, we want to hear from you.
Apply now and be part of something special