Home Manager - Bognor Regis (Residential Care Home)
£70,980.00 per annum
44 bed Home
Rated Good Overall by the CQC
Rated a superb 9.8 / 10 by carehome
About the role
Working for one of the UK leading Charities, we are looking for an experienced (5 years in post ideally), values-driven Home Manager to lead one of our MHA care homes. This is a senior leadership role with overall responsibility for delivering high-quality, person-centred care while ensuring the home operates safely, effectively and sustainably.
As Home Manager, you will lead and develop a dedicated team, create a warm and respectful community for residents, and ensure the home consistently meets regulatory, quality and financial standards. You will be visible, approachable and hands-on, setting the culture and direction of the home in line with MHA s values.
What you will do
- Lead, motivate and develop senior and wider teams, ensuring effective recruitment, induction, supervision, appraisal and performance management.
- Maintain responsibility for care planning, reviews and admissions, ensuring compliance with regulatory and data protection requirements.
- Promote residents dignity, independence, choice and involvement in decision-making.
- Ensure robust safeguarding practice, with zero tolerance for abuse or neglect.
- Take overall responsibility for medication management, health & safety and infection prevention.
- Work collaboratively with your Area Manager, Quality Business Partner and other colleagues to drive continuous improvement.
About you
- We are looking for a strong, compassionate leader with a proven track record in care management.
- You will bring:
- 5 years experience as a Home Manager within a UK elderly care setting.
- A Level 4 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (or equivalent), or willingness to work towards this.
- Experience of managing budgets, staffing levels and financial performance.
- Strong leadership, coaching and people-management skills.
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 development and relevant qualifications
- 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, leadership development and career progression opportunities
- Long service awards to celebrate your contribution
