Commissioning Home Manager
Location: Halifax, West Yorks
Salary: To £80,000 + bonus + benefits
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Home Manager to lead the commissioning and development of a brand new Care Home in Halifax. This role is ideal for a dynamic and ambitious leader with a strong clinical and operational background, particularly in dementia and general nursing care.
As the Commissioning Registered Home Manager, you will be responsible for setting up and launching the home, ensuring the highest standards of person-centred care, compliance with CQC regulations, and leading a motivated, well-trained team.
Key Responsibilities
- Commission and develop a high-quality care home, ensuring a smooth launch.
- Recruit, train, and lead a compassionate and skilled care team.
- Implement policies and procedures that align with regulatory requirements and best practices.
- Build relationships with local authorities, healthcare professionals, and the wider community.
- Manage budgets and financial targets, ensuring sustainability and profitability.
- Oversee quality assurance and compliance, maintaining high care standards.
- Drive occupancy growth through effective marketing and stakeholder engagement.
What Are They Looking For?
- Registered Nurse (preferred but not essential).
- Level 5 in Leadership & Management.
- Proven experience managing a care home (minimum 40 beds).
- Strong background in dementia and general nursing care.
- Previous experience in commissioning a newly opened care home (desirable).
- Excellent leadership and team-building skills.
- Strong knowledge of CQC regulations and compliance.
- Ability to drive continuous improvement and innovation in care delivery.
- Passionate about providing first-class, person-centred care.
What’s on Offer?
This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a growing family-run care provider, offering fantastic career progression and a supportive work environment. Benefits include:
- Discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment, and more.
- Cycle scheme – up to 39% savings.
- Free face-to-face counselling for employees and families.
- Employee recognition awards and incentives.
- £30 Employee of the Month voucher.
- Comprehensive training and career development.
- Blue Light Card – up to 50% discount across 100s of retailers.
- Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme.
- Access to a free eye test and discounted glasses.
- Wellbeing portal with free meditation, mental health support, and live digital gym classes.
- On-site parking.
- Refer a friend scheme – earn up to £250 per referral.
About the Organisation
Our client is a family-run care provider with 20+ care homes across the UK, committed to delivering outstanding, compassionate care. Their mission is to treat every resident with dignity and respect, creating a supportive and inclusive environment for both residents and employees.
If you are an experienced and passionate leader ready to make an impact in a commissioning role, we’d love to hear from you!
To discuss this role in confidence, contact Howard Green:
- Phone: 07792 309378
- Email: howard@oaklakesearch.com
