Grace james Recruitment ltd • Canterbury, Kent

Registered care home manager

About this role

Canterbury area /North Kent

£90/95k plus bonus

Medium sized residential and dementia care home

Good CQC

Award winning and growing care provider

I am seeking and experienced and confident home manager for my clients well established, stunning care home in Kent

The home is very settled with good occupancy and a committed and passionate care team who will be looking to you to lead the home to the even more success

The home is highly regarded in the area and part of a successful and growing care home group specialising in care of the elderly

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate leader who is committed to delivering outstanding, person-centred care while driving occupancy, performance, and regulatory excellence.

About the Role

As Care Home Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the home. Operating within a regulated environment, you will ensure full compliance with CQC standards, while delivering exceptional care and achieving strong commercial performance.

You will be supported by a dedicated internal team including a Deputy Manager, Administrator, and Hospitality and Housekeeping teams, alongside external Operations and Central support functions.

Key Responsibilities

Provide strong leadership to the staff team, fostering a culture of kindness, compassion, and high-quality care

Ensure full compliance with all regulatory requirements and maintain excellent care standards

Manage the home’s budget and drive financial performance

Build and maintain strong relationships with residents, families, and stakeholders

Lead on continuous improvement with the aim of achieving and sustaining Outstanding ratings

Skills & Experience

Proven experience managing a nursing or residential care home

Strong working knowledge of CQC standards, with a track record of achieving high ratings

Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

Commercially aware with experience driving occupancy and business performance

Passionate about delivering person-centred care

Ability to contribute to the growth and development of the service

What’s on Offer

Excellent salary + excellent performance-related bonus

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Paid DBS disclosure

Annual NMC PIN renewal paid (if applicable)

Comprehensive induction and ongoing training

Clear career progression opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card Scheme