An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and passionate Registered Nurse Manager to lead our well-established 44-bed, CQC Good-rated Nursing Home in Braintree.
We are looking for a strong and inspiring leader with excellent clinical, compliance and people management skills. The successful candidate will have a proven ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, hospitals, local authorities and healthcare professionals, while maintaining high standards of care and regulatory compliance.
What we’re looking for:
- Registered Nurse with active NMC PIN
- Previous nursing home management experience
- Strong leadership and team-building skills
- Excellent CQC and compliance knowledge
- Good commercial awareness and occupancy focus
- A positive, approachable and compassionate leader
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive organisation and lead a respected nursing home with an excellent reputation.
We could provide a visa sponsorship for this role.
Apply today to take the next step in your leadership career.
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Nursing Home Manager to oversee the daily operations of our care home specialising in assisted living and senior care. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality care, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards, and leading a team of healthcare professionals. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents, including those requiring specialised dementia and Alzheimer's care. The ideal applicant will possess strong management skills, extensive nursing experience, and a compassionate approach to eldercare.
Duties
- Manage the overall operation of the care home, ensuring compliance with legal and organisational standards
- Develop, implement, and review personalised care plans for residents, including those with dementia or requiring Alzheimer's care
- Supervise and support nursing staff and carers, fostering a positive team environment through effective leadership and supervision experience
- Oversee medication administration, ensuring safety protocols are strictly followed
- Coordinate staff rotas and manage resource allocation to optimise service delivery
- Monitor quality assurance processes and conduct regular audits to maintain high standards of care
- Liaise with families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies to coordinate resident care effectively
- Lead initiatives for continuous improvement in resident wellbeing and staff development
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations within the care home environment
Qualifications
- Proven experience in nursing within care / nursing home settings.
- Demonstrable leadership skills with previous supervising experience in a care home or similar environment
- Registered Nurse qualification recognised within the UK (or equivalent)
- Knowledge of dementia care principles, Alzheimer’s care strategies, and medication administration protocols
- Familiarity with developing personalised care plans tailored to individual needs
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
- Compassionate approach with excellent communication skills suitable for working with residents, families, and multidisciplinary team.
Pay: £48,000.00-£60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Braintree CM7 9DB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Will you require a visa sponsorship now or in future?
Licence/Certification:
- Do you have a valid NMC pin? (required)
Work Location: In person
