Care Home Manager

Job summary

£42,000–£45,000 + discretionary performance bonus

Full-time · Permanent | Free on-site parking | Workplace pension

The opportunity

Castlemaine Care Home is a family-owned, specialist dementia care home with a genuine commitment to resident dignity and quality of life. We're looking for an experienced, values-led Registered Manager to lead our close-knit team - someone who wants to make a real difference, not just tick boxes.

This is a hands-on leadership role with operational autonomy. You'll shape our culture, drive quality, and be the person families trust to care for their loved ones. Unlike large corporate providers, you'll have the freedom to lead properly - with the support of owners who are genuinely invested in outstanding care.

Salary and benefits

• £42,000–£45,000 per annum (depending on experience)
• Discretionary annual performance bonus
• Workplace pension scheme
• Free on-site parking

What you'll be doing

• Leading daily operations and your care team to deliver consistently high-quality dementia care
• Overseeing person-centred care planning, ensuring each resident's individual needs are met
• Maintaining full CQC compliance and preparing for inspections with confidence
• Managing staffing, rotas, and resource allocation
• Building trusted relationships with residents' families, GPs and external healthcare partners
• Driving a culture of continuous improvement, professional development and staff wellbeing
• Monitoring, auditing and acting on quality indicators promptly and transparently

What we're looking for

• Registered Manager (or Deputy ready to step up) with experience in a nursing or dementia care setting
• Solid working knowledge of CQC regulations and the Health and Social Care Act
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification
• Strong communicator who can build confidence with families, staff and professionals alike
• Competent with budgets, staffing and the operational demands of a regulated care environment
• Experience with medication administration (preferred)

Ready to lead with purpose?

At Castlemaine, you won't be a number - you'll be the heart of our home. If you're a compassionate leader who wants the autonomy to do things properly, apply today. We review applications as they arrive and aim to respond within five working days.