Care Home Manager
| Posting date: | 23 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 February 2026 |
| Location: | Formby |
| Company: | Willing Care Recruitment Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1456415613 |
Summary
Registered Care Home Manager (Level 5) – Stunning Location – Up to £55,000 – Permanent
You will manage the daily running of a stunning luxury care home for older adults, overseeing care delivery, staffing, and compliance. The home provides long-term residential care for older adults, with a mix of high-dependency and general needs residents.
You will be a hands-on manager who is confident leading a team, making decisions, and keeping standards consistent. You should be comfortable working at operational and strategic levels, with a clear focus on care quality and compliance.
Before You Apply
- This role requires recent experience managing a residential elderly care home.
- Must have a Level 5 Health and Social Care qualification.
- Applicants must have a proven track record of strong CQC performance.
- This position is not suitable without the required qualification and management experience.
Key Job Details
- Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum
- Hours: Full time (37.5 hours per week)
- Contract: Permanent
- Setting: Luxury residential care home (elderly care)
- Location: Coastal town (details provided at application)
- Quality focus: Strong CQC standards, working towards Outstanding
Why This Role Is Worth Considering
- Clear expectations and support to maintain high-quality care standards
- Performance-related bonus scheme linked to occupancy and outcomes
- Structured induction and ongoing training
- Employee Assistance Programme and benefits portal
- Annual leave entitlement increases with length of service
What You’ll Do
- Take full operational and strategic responsibility for the home
- Lead and develop the team to deliver consistent, high-quality care
- Ensure ongoing compliance with CQC regulations and standards
- Manage occupancy, budgets, and commercial performance
- Build and maintain relationships with families, professionals, and commissioners
- Represent the home locally and support its reputation within the community
What You’ll Need
- Level 5 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
- Proven experience as a Care Home Manager in residential elderly care
- Strong working knowledge of CQC standards and inspection processes
- Commercial and marketing experience within the private care sector
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
What Happens After You Apply
Applications are reviewed promptly and confidentially. If your experience matches the role, you will receive clear next steps and a timeline.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an initial conversation followed by a formal interview.
Reference: WILL201963/AP
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