Westgate Healthcare
Care Home Manager
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Home Manager – Cheshunt, Herts
Location:
Kingfisher Nursing Home, Emmanuel Lodge, College Road, Cheshunt, EN8 9NQ
Salary:
£55,000 – £65,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours:
40 hours per week, 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday
Job type:
Full time, permanent
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We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate Home Manager to lead our dedicated team at Kingfisher Nursing Home, a 20 bed Outstanding CQC rated home, on a full-time, permanent basis.
As Home Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and day-to-day management of the home, ensuring the delivery of outstanding, person-centred care while maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance, and resident wellbeing. You will play a pivotal role in driving performance, supporting and developing your team, and building on the home’s strong reputation within the local community.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully managing a nursing or residential care home, with a strong understanding of CQC regulations, governance frameworks, and relevant legislation, including health and safety requirements. You will be a confident and inspiring leader with excellent communication skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a genuine passion for enhancing the lives of older people.
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A Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (or equivalent) would be advantageous, although it is not essential for candidates with the right experience and expertise.
About The Role
- Provide strong leadership to all staff members, inspiring them to deliver exceptional care and service
- Ensure the home is compliant with all regulatory requirements (CQC) and follows best practices
- Manage budgets, resources and financial performance to maintain a cost-effective operation
- Build and maintain strong relationships with residents, families and the local community
- Implement and oversee care plans tailored to the individual needs of each resident
- Create and maintain a welcoming, homely and luxurious atmosphere that aligns with our values
- Drive occupancy by ensuring the home is a desirable place for potential residents and their families
- Oversee staff recruitment, development and retention, ensuring continuous professional development
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About You
- Proven experience managing a successful care home
- RGN Qualification and valid NMC pin number
- A solid understanding of CQC regulations
- Excellent leadership and communication skills, with a compassionate resident-first approach
- A passion for delivering high-quality care in a luxury, person-centred environment
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to manage budgets and drive financial performance
- Qualifications such as NVQ Level 5 in Management & Leadership is beneficial, however not essential
- Well organised with the ability to multi task in a fast-paced environment
- Motivated to make a difference
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive salary
- Annual bonus (linked to successful completion of KPI’s)
- Support in achieving additional qualifications, including nationally recognised qualifications
- Comprehensive induction with free training and development
- Many other benefits
If this sounds like the role for you, apply today!
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