Registered Care Home Manager - Nurse Required
Barrington Lodge - Bishop Auckland - DL14 6XX
70‑bed care home offering nursing, dementia care.
£55,000 per annum
Harbour Healthcare.
You must have a minimum of three years experience as a Home Manager.
An amazing opportunity has arisen for a Home Manager to join an established family‑run Nursing & Residential Care provider. The organisation provides a full range of care services for residents across 42 care homes in England and Wales.
Our philosophy is simple: we strive to provide an excellent standard of care to our residents, treating them with dignity and respect. All homes are presented to a high standard and have excellent facilities to meet residents’ needs.
You will use your expertise to develop and sustain the home, actively leading and supporting your team to deliver the highest standards of care. With substantial relevant experience and outstanding people‑management skills, you will build effective relationships with your team, residents, their relatives and the local community.
About you
Qualified Home Manager who has managed a minimum of a 70‑bed home specialising in dementia and general nursing. Experience leading and managing teams in a person‑centred care environment with a strong operational background is required. Minimum three years experience as a Home Manager and evidence of CQC compliance (published rated good in the last three years) are mandatory.
Key Accountabilities
- Level 5 in Leadership Management
- Experienced in caring for older people
- Capable, confident leader with the drive to grow and shape a team
- Experienced in managing a successful home or services in healthcare
- Confident knowledge of CQC regulations
- Passionate about delivering first‑class care
- Positive leader and motivator
Tangible Benefits
- Discounts on shopping, fashion, days out, travel and entertainment
- Free face‑to‑face counselling for you and your family
- Staff recognition award ceremonies
- £30 voucher available each month for the nominated ‘Employee of the Month’
- Opportunities for training and career progression
- Salary sacrifice pension scheme
- Blue Light Card – up to 50% discount across 100+ retailers
- Free eye test and discounted glasses
- Cashback card – save up to £500 annually, usable at over 80 large brands
- Wellbeing portal with free meditation series, wellbeing podcasts & live virtual events, mental health support programmes, workout plans, and live digital gym classes
- Seasonal company events, competitions and incentives
- Refer‑a‑friend scheme – earn up to £250 when referring a friend to Harbour Healthcare
- On‑site parking
About Harbour Healthcare
We are a family‑run business with 40 care homes across the UK, growing year by year. Inclusion is key; we foster belonging and empowerment, valuing teamwork within our diverse workplace. We care more about sharing and demonstrating our core values than experience or qualifications.
Values
- Humility
- Accountability
- Achievement
- Passion
- Integrity
All positions require an Enhanced DBS check in relation to children and adults.
