Nursing home manager

| Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 | Location: Chesterfield, Derbyshire

To be successful in this role, candidates must demonstrate a blend of clinical knowledge, operational expertise, and compassionate leadership. You will be entrusted with managing a 42-bed care home providing a wide range of complex care services, including dementia care, nursing, learning disabilities, mental health support, palliative care, and physical rehabilitation.

? Essential Requirements

Qualifications & Registration

• NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (or equivalent) - required
• Registered Manager experience or willingness to register with the CQC as a Responsible Person
• Up-to-date knowledge of CQC Fundamental Standards, Health and Social Care Act 2008, and GDPR regulations

Experience

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a managerial or senior leadership role in a care home or adult social care setting
• Proven ability to lead care provision for service users with:
• Mild to complex dementia
• Mental health conditions
• Learning disabilities and autism
• End-of-life/palliative care needs
• Neurological conditions such as Parkinson's and stroke
• Experience in working with multi-disciplinary teams, families, and local authorities

Operational Competencies

• Strong understanding of safeguarding protocols, risk management, and infection prevention
• Competent in budget control, occupancy management, and cost-effective staffing
• Skilled in carrying out internal audits and leading external inspections (e.g. CQC, Local Authority)
• Able to develop and implement care planning systems that are person-centred and outcome-focused

Leadership & Communication

• Proven ability to lead, coach, and support diverse care teams including clinical and support staff
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Able to manage sensitive and challenging situations with professionalism and empathy
• Effective at liaising with residents' families, external health professionals, and contracting authorities such as Derbyshire County Council and NHS CHC

?? Desirable Requirements

• Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN/RNLD) with an active NMC PIN (not essential)
• Experience in managing dual-funded placements (e.g., NHS CHC + LA top-up + private)
• Knowledge of dementia frameworks, e.g., Namaste, Montessori for dementia, or similar
• Familiarity with digital care planning systems (e.g., Person Centred Software)

Personal Attributes

• A compassionate, resident-focused mindset
• Natural leader with a collaborative and motivational management style
• Proactive, organised, and solution-oriented
• Committed to continuous professional development and quality improvement