Home Manager
| Posting date: | 11 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £50,766.75 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 June 2026 |
| Location: | Peterlee, County Durham |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Gillespie Recruitment ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Are you a passionate and experienced Nurse looking to take the next step into a Home Manager role?
Do you thrive on leading teams, delivering outstanding care, and making a real difference every day?
Looking for an opportunity where you can take full ownership of a well-performing service and drive it even further?
Gillespie Recruitment are delighted to be working with a well-established care provider to recruit a Home Manager for a nursing and learning disability service based in Peterlee.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a CQC-rated ‘Good’ care home with strong foundations already in place, offering you the autonomy to build on success within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation.
This role is ideal for an experienced clinical leader who is passionate about high-quality, person-centred care and confident managing complex needs within a nursing and learning disability setting.
The Role
As Home Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and compliance of the service. You will lead from the front, ensuring the highest standards of care, safety, and clinical excellence are consistently delivered.
Working closely with your team and key stakeholders, you will drive continuous improvement while maintaining a positive, proactive, and supportive culture across the home.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Operations
Provide strong, visible leadership to the care and nursing team
Oversee the day-to-day running of the home
Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team culture
Manage staffing, recruitment, and development
Clinical Governance & Compliance
Ensure full compliance with CQC standards and regulatory requirements
Maintain and enhance the home’s current ‘Good’ rating
Lead on safeguarding, clinical risk management, and quality assurance
Uphold best practice in infection prevention and control
Care Delivery
Ensure high-quality, person-centred care is delivered at all times
Oversee care for individuals with complex needs, including:
PEG feeding
Tracheostomy care
Epilepsy management
Dementia
Neuro-disabilities
Stakeholder Engagement
Build strong relationships with families, healthcare professionals, and external partners
Act as a key point of contact for stakeholders, ensuring excellent communication and trust
About You
Essential Experience & Qualifications
Registered Nurse with a valid NMC PIN
Proven experience in a senior leadership role within a nursing or learning disability care setting
Demonstrable experience managing complex clinical needs
Strong and stable career history
Knowledge & Skills
Excellent understanding of:
Clinical governance and risk management
Safeguarding
Infection control
Learning disability care practices
Confident in leading teams and driving performance
Strong organisational and communication skills
Personal Attributes
Passionate about delivering outstanding care
A confident and supportive leader
Solutions-focused with a proactive mindset
Committed to continuous improvement and high standards
What’s on Offer
Salary of £50,766.75 per annum
Full-time role - 40 hours per week
Opportunity to lead a stable, well-performing service
Supportive organisation with strong values and vision
Real opportunity to make a lasting impact
Why Apply?
Lead a CQC ‘Good’ rated home with no major challenges
Take ownership of a service with strong foundations
Work for a provider that values quality care and strong leadership
Make a genuine difference to the lives of residents and your team
Interested?
Apply today or contact Gillespie Recruitment for a confidential discussion about this Home Manager opportunity in Peterlee.
If you’re looking for a role where your leadership, clinical expertise, and passion for care can truly make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Do you thrive on leading teams, delivering outstanding care, and making a real difference every day?
Looking for an opportunity where you can take full ownership of a well-performing service and drive it even further?
Gillespie Recruitment are delighted to be working with a well-established care provider to recruit a Home Manager for a nursing and learning disability service based in Peterlee.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a CQC-rated ‘Good’ care home with strong foundations already in place, offering you the autonomy to build on success within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation.
This role is ideal for an experienced clinical leader who is passionate about high-quality, person-centred care and confident managing complex needs within a nursing and learning disability setting.
The Role
As Home Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and compliance of the service. You will lead from the front, ensuring the highest standards of care, safety, and clinical excellence are consistently delivered.
Working closely with your team and key stakeholders, you will drive continuous improvement while maintaining a positive, proactive, and supportive culture across the home.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Operations
Provide strong, visible leadership to the care and nursing team
Oversee the day-to-day running of the home
Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team culture
Manage staffing, recruitment, and development
Clinical Governance & Compliance
Ensure full compliance with CQC standards and regulatory requirements
Maintain and enhance the home’s current ‘Good’ rating
Lead on safeguarding, clinical risk management, and quality assurance
Uphold best practice in infection prevention and control
Care Delivery
Ensure high-quality, person-centred care is delivered at all times
Oversee care for individuals with complex needs, including:
PEG feeding
Tracheostomy care
Epilepsy management
Dementia
Neuro-disabilities
Stakeholder Engagement
Build strong relationships with families, healthcare professionals, and external partners
Act as a key point of contact for stakeholders, ensuring excellent communication and trust
About You
Essential Experience & Qualifications
Registered Nurse with a valid NMC PIN
Proven experience in a senior leadership role within a nursing or learning disability care setting
Demonstrable experience managing complex clinical needs
Strong and stable career history
Knowledge & Skills
Excellent understanding of:
Clinical governance and risk management
Safeguarding
Infection control
Learning disability care practices
Confident in leading teams and driving performance
Strong organisational and communication skills
Personal Attributes
Passionate about delivering outstanding care
A confident and supportive leader
Solutions-focused with a proactive mindset
Committed to continuous improvement and high standards
What’s on Offer
Salary of £50,766.75 per annum
Full-time role - 40 hours per week
Opportunity to lead a stable, well-performing service
Supportive organisation with strong values and vision
Real opportunity to make a lasting impact
Why Apply?
Lead a CQC ‘Good’ rated home with no major challenges
Take ownership of a service with strong foundations
Work for a provider that values quality care and strong leadership
Make a genuine difference to the lives of residents and your team
Interested?
Apply today or contact Gillespie Recruitment for a confidential discussion about this Home Manager opportunity in Peterlee.
If you’re looking for a role where your leadership, clinical expertise, and passion for care can truly make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.