Care Home Commissioning Manager

Care Home Manager / Commissioning Home Manager \\n\\nBrand New Luxury Care Home \\n\\nSalary Circa £75k + Bonus\\n\\nAre you an experienced Care Home Manager or Commissioning Home Manager looking for your next exciting opportunity? We are currently recruiting for a dynamic, compassionate, and experienced leader to manage the launch and ongoing success of a brand-new luxury care home.\\n\\nThis is a rare opportunity for a Commissioning Home Manager to take full responsibility for opening and leading a modern, purpose-built care home, focused on excellence in care, community, and team culture.  We are looking for a Care Home Manager to open a wonderful, luxury home and to make this home their own.\\n\\nWhy Join Us?\\n\\nOur client believes that every resident deserves exceptional care – and every team member deserves a positive, supportive place to work. That’s why they are committed to building an outstanding care home from the ground up – with the right Care Home Manager / Commissioning Home Manager at the helm.\\n\\nAbout the Role\\n\\nAs our Care Home Manager / Commissioning Home Manager, you will:\\n\\nOversee all aspects of the care home's commissioning and ongoing operations\\nPromote a caring and person-centred environment where residents feel safe, respected, and valued\\nLead the recruitment, development, and performance of your team to deliver exceptional care\\nEnsure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and company standards\\nManage budgets, occupancy, marketing, and care quality\\nBuild strong relationships with residents, families, professionals, and the wider community\\nKey Responsibilities\\n\\nLead the setup and commissioning process as Commissioning Home Manager\\nManage daily operations once the home is open, ensuring exceptional care delivery\\nDevelop and implement personalised care plans\\nOversee recruitment, staff training, and team development\\nMaintain compliance with the Health & Social Care Act and CQC requirements\\nControl budgets and report financial performance to directors\\nHandle medication processes and stock control effectively\\nEnsure successful marketing and promotion of the home to drive occupancy\\nCreate a welcoming, supportive culture for both residents and staff\\nEssential Skills\\n\\nProven experience as a Care Home Manager or Commissioning Home Manager\\nExperience gained in commissioning care homes\\nStrong leadership and team development skills\\nKnowledge of health & social care legislation\\nBudget management experience\\nPassion for high-quality, resident-led care\\nProfessional, confident, and compassionate\\nRole Details\\n\\nJob Title: Care Home Manager / Commissioning Home Manager\\nLocation: Southampton, Hampshire\\nHours: Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm (flexibility required)\\nContract: Permanent\\nSalary: £75k – £80k max + Bonus + Benefits\\nWe Offer\\n\\nA permanent role as Care Home Manager / Commissioning Home Manager\\nCompetitive salary and leadership responsibility\\nFull support with training and professional development (including NVQ)\\nFully funded enhanced DBS check\\nAn opportunity to build and shape a home and team from day one\\nA purposeful, satisfying role in a supportive environment\\nThis is the ideal opportunity for an ambitious Care Home Manager / Commissioning Home Manager who wants to make a mark by leading a premium care home from its earliest stages to long-term success.

If you're ready to bring your experience, vision, and compassion to a brand-new setting, we want to hear from you.\\n\\nApply now and be part of something special