Registered Care Home Manager

Job Description:

Registered Home Manager

Pennwood Lodge- Wotton under Edge

Full Time

The Registered Care Home Manager will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a newly open care home in Wotton under edge, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care services to residents in line with regulatory standards. The role involves managing a team of care staff, maintaining compliance with Care Quality Commission (CQC) or relevant regulatory body guidelines, and promoting a person-centred care approach. The manager will also play a key role in maintaining the financial health of the home, ensuring effective communication with residents and families, and promoting a positive, supportive working environment for staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Management:
• Lead and manage the care team, ensuring the delivery of high standards of care.
• Recruitment, training, and development of staff to create a skilled and motivated workforce.
• Provide regular supervision and performance appraisals for staff, ensuring personal and professional development.
• Foster a positive work environment through effective communication, motivation, and team-building.
• Implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and standards.
• Care & Support:
• Oversee the development and implementation of individual care plans tailored to each resident’s needs and preferences.
• Monitor care practices and ensure person-centred care is at the heart of the service.
• Ensure that residents' health and well-being are supported, with timely referrals to external health professionals when necessary.
• Coordinate the delivery of day-to-day care activities and ensure continuity of care.
• Ensure the home remains clean, safe, and welcoming for residents.
• Compliance & Regulation:
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of care standards and legislation, including CQC regulations or local regulations.
• Lead regular audits and inspections to ensure full compliance with health and safety, safeguarding, and regulatory standards.
• Address any non-compliance issues and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Prepare for and lead regulatory inspections and respond to reports promptly.
• Financial Management:
• Family & Resident Engagement.
• Health and Safety
• Continuous Improvement:

Qualifications & Experience:

• Registered Nurse (RN) is desirable but not essential
• NVQ Level 5 in health and Social Care
• Significant experience in a managerial role within a care home setting or healthcare environment.
• Strong understanding of CQC regulations, health and safety legislation, and safeguarding protocols.
• Proven experience in managing staff, budgets, and compliance with regulatory bodies.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Personal Attributes:

• Compassionate, patient, and empathetic toward residents and their families.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Ability to make informed, balanced decisions under pressure.
• High level of professionalism and integrity.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Working Hours:
Full-time, with flexibility required for occasional evenings, weekends, and on-call duties.

This role would be for 40 hours per week plus on-call and would be subject to the receipt of two satisfactory job references plus an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) background check . Registration withCQC following successful probation

Hours of work: 8.00 AM till 5.00 PM Monday to Friday plus on-call

If you are passionate about providing exceptional care to seniors and have the skills required for this role, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our dedicated team as a Home Manager.

Please submit CV

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person