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Registered care home manager

Job details
Posting date: 18 December 2025
Salary: £80,000 to £90,000 per year
Additional salary information: plus bonus, private healthcare, excellent pension
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 17 January 2026
Location: Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Grace james Recruitment ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: g7

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Summary

TN1 Tunbridge Wells Kent

Full time 40 hours per week

c£80/90k DOE plus excellent pension, bonus, private healthcare and benefits
Medium sized elderly care home -residential and dementia

We are working with a super provider of care for the elderly in Kent that is renowned for putting residents and employees first and puts care and quality of care at the heart of everything they do

I am seeking a commercial Home Manager who is passionate about and experienced in dementia care, to drive occupancy and develop relationships in the community .You will have the opportunity to develop and manage this super medium sized residential and dementia care home with so much potential


You will be supported by a stable and excellent team including a deputy manager and team of committed carers

You will be responsible for delivering exceptional care, developing and leading a dedicated team, and ensuring the home becomes a maintains and builds on its superb reputation locally.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee all aspects of the home’s operations, ensuring smooth and efficient day-to-day running.
Champion the highest standards of care, ensuring residents live in a safe, stimulating, and dignified environment.
Ensure full compliance with CQC regulations and internal quality frameworks, maintaining the home’s Good care standards.
Build strong, trusting relationships with residents and their families, providing reassurance and clear communication.
Manage budgets effectively, ensuring financial sustainability while delivering exceptional care services.
Develop strong ties with local healthcare professionals, community groups, and other stakeholders to enhance the home’s reputation and presence.
Experience:

Proven experience as a Home Manager in a dementia or elderly care setting
Relevant qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 5 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent).
Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop a cohesive team.
In-depth knowledge of dementia care, CQC regulations, and best practices in elderly care.
A compassionate, resident-focused approach, with a genuine passion for improving the lives of those living with dementia.
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Salary:

c£80/90k pa negotiable depending on experience.
25 days holiday + bank holidays.
Excellent Pension
Bonus
Private health are
Long service awards
Cycle to work
Learning and development
Employee Assistance programme

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