Care Home Manager

Job summary

With the continual improvement in medicine and healthcare provision our society is ageing, population is growing at an exponential rate and life expectancy is increasing, this offers an unprecedented opportunity for those people who choose the Care sector. Our company specialises in providing exceptional residential and dementia care for the elderly, offering a unique setting designed to feel like a true home. Attention to detail. It’s the little things that make a huge difference. With a commitment to delivering the best care experiences, we pride ourselves on exceeding expectations. Led by individuals with high standards and supported by a team of dedicated professionals who approach care with compassion and empathy. Our mission is to care for others as we would wish to be cared for ourselves, fostering a warm and nurturing environment.

A superb opportunity for a capable individual to provide leadership and oversee the day-to-day operations of our care facility in Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria. In this full-time, on-site role, you will be responsible for ensuring high standards of care through the adoption and application of policy & procedure, together with maintaining regulatory compliance, managing staff and fostering a positive environment for both residents and team members.

The post requires someone who can lead, direct, inspire others, who understands the importance of following policy & procedure and has attention to detail. It is very much a “sleeves rolled up” and “hands on” one, involving monitoring the quality of care provision by conducting a wide variety of checks and audits, meeting compliance regulations and adhering to the appropriate care standards and regulations, together with effective Facilities management. Registration with the Care Quality Commission is essential. On-call provision is required as is the ability at times to work outside of "normal" office hours.

Objectives include:

· Maintain target occupancy

· Elevate standards and drive excellence

· Promote the reputation and sustainability of the company

· Manage costs effectively

· Offer a well led, effective, compliant, effective and caring home

· Ensure the overall satisfaction of residents and their families.

A Care Home is open 24/7, 365 days a year, a Care Home Manager's job is a vocation, it is a way of life, not asking of others what you would not be willing to do yourself. It requires understanding, flexibility and dedication to ensure you and your colleagues perform their roles properly resulting in high quality care provision and commercial sustainability.