Job Description

Job Title: Care Home Manager
Location: Crosby, Merseyside
Salary: £60,000- £65,000

I am seeking an experienced, compassionate, and dynamic Care Home Manager to lead and oversee the day-to-day operations of our historic residential and dementia care home in Crosby. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual who is passionate about providing high-quality care in a warm, respectful, and supportive environment for elderly residents. As the Care Home Manager, you will ensure the smooth running of the home while maintaining a person-centered approach to care, ensuring that the dignity, comfort, and wellbeing of all residents are upheld.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the overall operations of the care home, ensuring compliance with CQC standards and regulations.
• Oversee a team of dedicated carers and staff, providing training, supervision, and support to ensure excellent care delivery.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with residents, their families, and external professionals.
• Ensure the care home is a safe, welcoming, and nurturing environment for all residents, particularly those living with dementia.
• Maintain accurate care records, budgets, and reports, ensuring all administrative duties are carried out efficiently.
• Promote a person-centered approach in care planning, involving residents and their families in decisions about their care and treatment.
• Manage recruitment, staff performance, and ensure effective team communication.
• Keep up-to-date with developments in the care sector and implement best practices and new initiatives.

Skills required:

Proven experience as a Care Home Manager or in a senior management role within a care home setting.

• A strong understanding of dementia care and residential care requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong knowledge of CQC regulations and quality standards.
• NVQ Level 5 in Leadership for Health and Social Care (or equivalent) is highly desirable.
• A compassionate and empathetic nature with a focus on person-centered care.
• Sound financial management and budgeting skills.

If you're an experienced Care Home Manager looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our residents, we would love to hear from you!

Please contact Megan on 0161 441 1441 or email m.mclaren@purosearch.com to find out more!