Methodist Homes MHA
Nursing Home Manager
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Location: Briar Hill House, Rugeley
Hours: Permanent - Full Time - 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £72,910.00 per annum
For this role, we are currently considering candidates who live within approximately 25 miles of the Care Home. This ensures commutes are manageable and support your wellbeing and work-life balance. If you live outside this area but would still find the commute manageable, please get in touch – we are happy to review individual circumstances.
About the role
We are looking for an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse to lead one of our MHA care homes as Home Manager. This is a senior leadership role with overall responsibility for clinical excellence, high-quality care delivery and the effective, sustainable management of the home.
As Home Manager, you will provide strong clinical and operational leadership, ensuring residents receive safe, person-centred care that meets their physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs. You will create a positive, supportive culture for residents, families and colleagues, living out MHA’s values every day.
What you will do
- Provide overall leadership and management of the home, creating a safe, caring and respectful environment for residents and colleagues.
- Lead, motivate and develop senior and wider teams through effective recruitment, induction, supervision, appraisal and performance management.
- Work “on the floor” alongside colleagues when required, offering visible clinical leadership, support and guidance.
- Ensure high-quality, person-centred care planning, reviews and admissions in line with regulatory and organisational requirements.
- Maintain clear accountability for medication management, clinical governance, health & safety and infection prevention.
- Promote residents’ dignity, independence, choice and involvement in all aspects of their care.
- Ensure zero tolerance of abuse or neglect and promote a strong safeguarding culture.
- Manage the home’s financial performance, ensuring budgets are controlled and resources are used effectively.
- Work closely with your Area Manager, Quality Business Partner and external professionals to drive continuous improvement.
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About you
We are looking for a confident, values-led leader with strong clinical and management experience. You will bring:
- 1st level Registered Nurse qualification with a current NMC PIN.
- A Level 4 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (or equivalent), or willingness to work towards this.
- 2–3 years’ experience in home management or a senior leadership role within a care setting.
- Strong clinical knowledge, including best practice in dementia care and complex needs.
- Proven experience of managing budgets, staffing levels and performance.
- Excellent communication, leadership and relationship-building skills.
- A flexible approach, including occasional travel, overnight stays or working shifts in exceptional circumstances.
Why join MHA?
You will be joining an organisation with strong values, a supportive leadership culture and a clear mission to help people live later life well. At MHA, Home Managers are empowered to lead with compassion, professionalism and integrity, while being fully supported to succeed.
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Rewards and benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, you will enjoy:
- 35 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro-rota for part time).
- A strong pension scheme and life assurance
- Support with professional fees and leadership development
- Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support and access to our hardship fund
- Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family-friendly policies
- Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and the Vivup app
- Ongoing training, recognised qualifications and clear career progression
- Long service awards to celebrate your contribution
About the home
Briar Hill House care home in Rugeley
Briar Hill House is an inspiring place to work, known for its outstanding CQC rating and warm, team-focused culture. Colleagues take pride in delivering care that genuinely transforms the lives of residents, with a shared commitment to dignity, independence and high standards.
New colleagues joining the home quickly feel part of a supportive and values-driven community. The atmosphere is calm, welcoming and rooted in MHA’s charitable purpose, which encourages compassion, collaboration and continual learning.
For those seeking meaningful work, Briar Hill House offers opportunities to grow professionally while contributing to a home where colleagues feel trusted, appreciated and united in making a positive difference.
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