Care Home Manager – Residential & Nursing
Full-Time | £60,000 per annum + Benefits
Location: Southampton
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Care Home Manager to lead a well-established residential and nursing care home in Southampton. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality clinical care and governance, ensuring the home is well-managed, fully compliant, and a safe, welcoming environment for residents.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support a high-performing clinical and care team, ensuring excellent standards of care are maintained.
- Work closely with the Operations Team, Deputy Manager, and senior care staff to uphold quality standards.
- Anticipate challenges, proactively implement solutions, and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
- Oversee the recruitment, development, and performance of staff at all levels.
- Ensure the home meets all regulatory requirements, maintaining full CQC compliance.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with residents, their families, and the local community.
- Effectively manage budgets and resources, ensuring financial efficiency while maintaining high-quality care.
- Implement risk management and safeguarding policies to protect residents and staff.
- Conduct assessments for prospective residents, ensuring appropriate care plans are in place before admission.
- Support and develop staff through training, appraisals, and supervision.
- Drive continuous improvement, implementing innovations and best practices in elderly and dementia care.
What They Are Looking For
The ideal candidate will be a dynamic leader, passionate about delivering the highest standard of person-centred care.
Essential Requirements:
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Care Home Manager in a residential setting.
- Nursing experience with a valid NMC PIN.
- Strong background in elderly and dementia care.
- Proven ability to lead, inspire, and develop clinical and non-clinical teams.
- Comprehensive understanding of CQC regulations and compliance requirements.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage a busy workload and meet KPIs.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with residents, families, and professionals.
What’s on Offer?
A fantastic opportunity to join an award-winning care provider with a strong reputation for delivering excellence in care.
Benefits Include:
- £60,000 per annum + annual salary review.
- 40-hour workweek, Monday – Friday, with occasional on-call duties.
- 25 days annual leave, including bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time contracts).
- Life insurance & company pension scheme.
- Wagestream – Access to earned pay whenever needed.
- Free parking on-site.
- Employee Assistance Programme – Healthcare & mental health support.
- Free DBS check (T&Cs apply).
- Comprehensive training & career development opportunities.
- Fully funded apprenticeship courses.
- Recognition awards & incentives.
Why Join?
This is a chance to be part of a highly respected care provider that has been recognised as a Top 20 Care Home Group. Their commitment to excellence in care is matched by their dedication to empowering their staff, ensuring a supportive and rewarding working environment.
If you are a passionate and experienced Care Home Manager, ready to make a real difference in the lives of residents, apply today!
To discuss this role in confidence, contact Howard Green: howard@oaklakesearch.com | 07792 309378.
