Are You Ready to Lead Something that Really Matters?
We are looking for an exceptional Registered Home Manager who is ready to make their mark — someone who leads with genuine passion, who sees a challenge as an opportunity, and who wants the autonomy to build something truly outstanding. If that is you, please read on.
About Elizabeth Homes and Koru Care UK Ltd
Elizabeth Homes is a warm, family-centred 30-bed residential and dementia care home in the market town of Howden, East Yorkshire. We are part of Koru Care UK Ltd, an independent care group that operates homes in the United Kingdom and New Zealand, with a combined portfolio of over 220 beds across residential, dementia, and nursing care. We are proud of the close-knit community we have built at Elizabeth Homes, and we are proud of the direction in which the home is heading.
We currently hold a CQC Requires Improvement rating following our transition to new ownership — but with a former CQC inspector advising on our active service improvement plan, reinspection imminent, and every confidence of returning to the Good rating we maintained for many years prior, the foundations are firmly in place.
Our occupancy is well-established and actively supported by strong referral partnerships across the local authority, NHS discharge pathways, and the wider community. A number of significant initiatives are already in active delivery — including structured skills enhancement programmes for our care team, investment in positive behaviour support training, Oliver McGowan training for all staff, and a dedicated dementia and challenging behaviour development programme.
The Opportunity
This is a genuine opportunity for a driven, experienced manager to lead a home with real potential. You will have the full support of hands-on, engaged directors who are actively invested in the home — no regional managers, no layers of corporate bureaucracy, just direct director access and a team that is ready to be led. You will inherit a committed workforce that cares deeply about the home and the people who live in it.
We have also demonstrated our belief in developing our people at the highest level: we have previously sponsored a senior member of our management team to complete a Level 7 Senior Leader qualification — and we bring that same commitment to investment and development to the right incoming manager.
Key Responsibilities
- Hold and maintain CQC registration as the Registered Manager for Elizabeth Homes
- Lead all aspects of the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring the highest standards of person-centred residential and dementia care
- Drive occupancy and manage strong relationships with the local authority, NHS commissioners, hospital discharge teams, and community referral networks
- Recruit, develop, lead and retain a high-performing staff team with a culture of continuous improvement
- Ensure full compliance with CQC regulations, safeguarding requirements, and all relevant legislation
- Take responsibility for the home’s budget, financial sustainability, and commercial performance
- Champion the wellbeing, dignity, independence, and quality of life of all residents
What We Are Looking For
- Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management for Adult Care, or equivalent — essential
- Current CQC registration as a Registered Manager, or eligible and willing to register
- Minimum two years’ experience in a care home management or senior deputy management role
- Demonstrable knowledge of CQC inspection frameworks and compliance requirements
- Proven experience in dementia care — essential
- A track record of driving quality improvements in a care setting
- Strong commercial awareness — experience managing occupancy, budgets, and stakeholder relationships
- Outstanding leadership, communication, and people management skills
- Genuine passion for delivering exceptional person-centred care to older people
What We Offer
- Salary £40,000–£44,000 per annum dependent on experience
- Performance bonus linked to CQC quality outcomes and occupancy targets — OTE up to £50,000
- 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Direct working relationship with engaged, accessible directors — genuine support, no bureaucracy
- Real autonomy to shape and lead the service
- A committed, loyal staff team who are invested in the home and its residents
- Investment in your continued professional development within a growing international group
- The genuine satisfaction of leading a service that makes a lasting difference to people’s lives
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a brief covering letter to [email protected] telling us what draws you to this opportunity and why you are the right person to lead Elizabeth Homes forward. We look forward to hearing from you.
Elizabeth Homes is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check prior to appointment. References will be required.
Pay: £45,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
