Step into a pivotal leadership role as a Nursing Home Manager in the Derbyshire region, overseeing a well-established care home with a salary of £60,000–£65,000. This is an opportunity to shape a high-performing team, drive outstanding care standards, and make a measurable difference to residents, families, and staff every day. About the Role: As the Registered Manager, you will take full operational responsibility for the day-to-day running of the care home, ensuring safe, person-centred care and regulatory compliance. You will lead, motivate, and develop a multidisciplinary team, embedding a culture of accountability, compassion, and continuous improvement. Your leadership will directly influence the home’s reputation, clinical outcomes, and overall quality of service. Key Responsibilities: * Provide overall leadership and management of the nursing home, ensuring safe, effective, and compassionate care for all residents. * Oversee and maintain robust care planning processes, ensuring assessments, care plans, and reviews are accurate, person-centred, and regularly updated. * Lead, support, and develop the staff team through supervision, appraisals, performance management, and effective rota planning. * Ensure full compliance with CQC standards and all relevant legislation, policies, and procedures, addressing issues promptly and proactively. * Monitor clinical and operational performance, using audits, data, and feedback to drive continuous quality improvement. * Manage budgets and resources effectively, including staffing, supplies, and services, to maintain financial and operational efficiency. * Build and maintain strong relationships with residents, families, healthcare professionals, and external stakeholders to support collaborative care. * Respond to incidents, complaints, and safeguarding concerns, ensuring timely investigation, learning, and implementation of corrective actions. Key Requirements: * Proven experience as a Nursing Home Manager or Registered Manager within a care home or similar setting. * Strong leadership and staff management skills, with a track record of building, motivating, and retaining effective teams. * Demonstrable experience in care planning, risk assessment, and person-centred care delivery. * In-depth understanding of CQC regulations, safeguarding, and best practice in adult social care. * Confident in managing budgets, resources, and operational priorities within a care home environment. * Excellent communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills, with a calm and professional approach. * Ability to work autonomously, take accountability, and drive improvements in a fast-paced, regulated setting. Desirable Skills: * RGN qualification with current NMC registration. * Experience managing a nursing home specifically, including oversight of clinical governance. * Background in turning around or improving underperforming services. * Familiarity with digital care planning and electronic medication systems. Qualifications: * Relevant health and social care qualification (e.g. Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care or equivalent). * Evidence of ongoing professional development in leadership, management, or care quality. * RGN qualification (preferred but not essential). If you are an experienced Registered Manager ready to lead a nursing home to the highest standards of care, this role offers a strong platform for impact and progression—apply now to be considered
Care Home Manager in Chesterfield employer: Keystone Care
Join a leading domiciliary care provider in Essex, where you will not only manage a dedicated team but also make a significant difference in the lives of adults with learning disabilities and autism. Our supportive work culture prioritises employee growth, offering ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your leadership skills while ensuring compliance and high-quality care. With competitive salaries and a commitment to person-centred practice, we provide a rewarding environment for those passionate about making an impact in the community.
