Durham
About the Company We’re seeking an experienced Home Manager to take the lead in commissioning a state-of-the-art, 70-bed residential and dementia care home opening in February 2026. This is a fantastic chance to shape a brand-new service with a rapidly expanding elderly care provider. Responsibilities: • Lead, develop, and evaluate all aspects of service provision within the home, ensuring compliance with legislation, organisational policies, procedures, and best practice standards., • Manage, supervise, and support staff—providing leadership, guidance, and mentorship to help them maximise their potential and deliver outstanding care., • Create and sustain a homely atmosphere that reflects the provider’s values, fostering a culture of respect, dignity, and person-centred care for every resident. Required Skills: • Minimum of 3 years’ management experience within a residential or dementia care setting., • Proven track record of commercial acumen and delivering positive business outcomes., • Experience in leading organisational change and driving continuous service improvement., • Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise effectively and manage multiple projects., • Excellent understanding of the needs of older people and those living with dementia, with a genuine passion for delivering outstanding care., • Strong working knowledge of care home operations and CQC standards., • Demonstrated ability to lead, inspire, and develop teams to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. Pay range and compensation package: Offering £60,000–£70,000 plus benefits and bonus, this role will suit a proven leader with strong CQC knowledge and ideally commissioning experience. Equal Opportunity Statement We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.