Senior Appointments & Management

Residential Home Manager

Residential Home Manager A well-established, medium-sized residential care home in Stockport is looking for an experienced Home Manager to lead the service. This is an opportunity for a strong and visible manager who understands that good care, a stable team and sound operational management are essential to a successful home. You will have full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the service, ensuring residents receive safe, person-centred care in a welcoming and well-managed environment. The role. As Home Manager, you will be responsible for: Leading, developing and retaining a capable and caring staff team. Maintaining high standards of person-centred residential and dementia care. Ensuring the home remains compliant with CQC requirements, safeguarding responsibilities and relevant legislation. Managing care planning, medication processes, risk assessments, audits and quality assurance. Building positive relationships with residents, families, GPs, local authorities and other healthcare professionals. Managing recruitment, induction, supervision, appraisal and performance management. Monitoring occupancy, enquiries, staffing levels, agency use and budgets. Responding appropriately to complaints, incidents and safeguarding concerns. Creating a positive and accountable culture focused on delivering good care. Ensuring the home is inspection ready at all times. About you. You will be an experienced Registered Manager, Home Manager or Deputy Manager ready to step up, with a background in elderly residential or dementia care. You will need: Previous leadership experience within a residential care home. Strong working knowledge of CQC regulations, safeguarding and quality assurance. Experience managing and developing care teams. Confidence with care planning, medication management, audits and compliance. Good commercial awareness, including occupancy, staffing and budget management. A practical, organised and approachable management style. A genuine commitment to maintaining high standards of care for older people. What is on offer. Salary of £45,000 to £50,000 per annum, dependent on experience. Full-time, permanent position. The opportunity to lead an established residential care service. Support from an experienced senior management team. A role where good leadership will have a direct impact on residents, families and colleagues. Apply now to be considered for this Residential Home Manager opportunity in Stockport.  

Regional Manager

Regional Manager Greater Manchester to Liverpool | Elderly Care Circa £70,000 per annum. A growing elderly care provider is seeking a capable Regional Manager to support a portfolio of nursing and residential services across the Greater Manchester and Liverpool area. This is a hands-on operational role, ideal for an experienced Operations Manager, or a strong Registered Manager ready to step into regional leadership. You will work closely with fellow Regional Managers across a shared portfolio of eight homes, providing practical support to ensure services deliver safe, compliant and commercially sustainable care. The role. You will oversee the quality, operational performance and development of a number of care homes within the region. You will support Home Managers to improve standards, maintain regulatory compliance, strengthen occupancy and develop stable, effective teams. There will be occasions where you may need to provide interim Registered Manager support within a service. In time, there may also be an opportunity to take responsibility for the provider’s Nominated Individual status. One day working from home is available each week, subject to business needs. Key responsibilities. Support and develop Home Managers across nursing and residential care services. Monitor quality, safeguarding, clinical governance and CQC compliance. Lead improvement plans where services require additional operational support. Review key performance indicators including occupancy, staffing, agency spend and budget performance. Work with managers to build stable, accountable and high-performing teams. Provide hands-on leadership and Registered Manager cover when required. Maintain positive working relationships with residents, families, local authorities and external professionals. Contribute to wider regional strategy and future growth plans. Progress towards Nominated Individual responsibility, if this is agreed as part of your development. About you. You will have senior operational leadership experience within elderly care. Applications are welcomed from existing Operations Managers and ambitious, high-performing Registered Managers looking for a step up. A nursing qualification with an active NMC PIN is highly desirable. You will have a strong working knowledge of CQC requirements, safeguarding, clinical governance and care home operations. You will be confident supporting services through improvement, change and regulatory challenge. You will be commercially aware, well organised and comfortable working across multiple priorities. You will be visible, credible and practical in your approach with home teams. What is on offer. Circa £70,000 per annum. One working-from-home day per week, at the provider’s discretion. Clear progression potential, including future Nominated Individual responsibility. The opportunity to make a direct impact on quality, compliance and performance across the region. If you are an experienced care leader looking for a regional opportunity with scope to develop, please apply in confidence.

Registered Manager

Registered Manager Nursing Home | North West £65,000 to £70,000 per annum. An established large nursing home is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead the service through its next phase of development. Recently acquired by a committed provider, the home is in a positive position with approximately 88% occupancy, established digital care systems and a clear opportunity for a commercially aware, quality-focused leader to build on existing foundations. The role. You will take overall responsibility for the operational, clinical and regulatory performance of the home. This includes leading the staff team, maintaining high standards of person-centred care, ensuring CQC compliance, managing occupancy and developing positive relationships with residents, families, professionals and the local community. Key responsibilities. Provide visible, effective leadership across a large service  Maintain and improve quality, safeguarding and regulatory compliance. Lead, develop and retain a skilled care and nursing team. Oversee staffing, rotas, agency use and workforce performance. Drive occupancy while protecting the home’s reputation and care standards. Manage budgets, KPIs and operational performance. Build strong relationships with families, commissioners and external professionals. Embed effective use of digital care planning and operational systems. About you. You will have previous Registered Manager experience within a residential or nursing care setting. A nursing qualification and active NMC PIN are highly desirable. You will have a strong understanding of CQC requirements, safeguarding, clinical governance and care home operations. You will be commercially aware, organised and confident managing a large staff team. You will be committed to delivering safe, dignified and high-quality care for older people. You will be able to balance operational demands with a visible, supportive leadership style. What is on offer. Salary of £65,000 to £70,000 per annum. The opportunity to lead a well-positioned home with strong occupancy. Support from a provider investing in the service and its systems. A genuine opportunity to shape culture, standards and future performance. If you are an experienced care home leader who combines strong clinical and regulatory knowledge with commercial awareness, please apply in confidence.

Deputy Care Home Manager

Are you an experienced Deputy Care Home Manager or Deputy Residential Home Manager looking for your next opportunity in Liverpool? We are working with an established elderly care provider to recruit a non-clinical Deputy Home Manager for a large, well-established residential and dementia care home in the Liverpool area. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Deputy Manager who enjoys being visible on the floor, supporting care teams and working closely with the Home Manager to maintain high standards of care, compliance and resident experience. This is a non-nursing position and does not require an NMC PIN. The Deputy Home Manager Role Working alongside the Home Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day leadership and operation of the care home. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting the Home Manager with the effective day-to-day running of the home Leading, motivating and developing a large care team Maintaining high standards of person-centred residential and dementia care Supporting care planning, assessments and resident reviews Ensuring the home operates in line with CQC regulations and internal quality standards Supporting safeguarding, Mental Capacity Act (MCA) and DoLS processes Building positive relationships with residents, relatives and external professionals Supporting staff supervision, performance management and development Promoting a positive, supportive and accountable culture throughout the home Deputising for the Home Manager when required What We're Looking For We would particularly like to hear from experienced Deputy Managers working within residential care homes for older people. You will ideally have: Previous experience as a Deputy Care Home Manager, Deputy Residential Home Manager or Senior Care Manager Experience working within an elderly residential or dementia care setting Experience of supporting the management of a larger care home would be advantageous A strong understanding of CQC regulations, safeguarding, DoLS and the Mental Capacity Act A Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management for Adult Care, or be working towards/relevant equivalent experience Strong leadership and people-management skills Confidence supporting care planning, audits, compliance and quality A compassionate and resident-focused leadership style You do not need to be a Registered Nurse for this position. Salary & Benefits The successful Deputy Home Manager will receive: £39,000 per annum 40-hour permanent contract Clear opportunities for career development and progression Ongoing training and professional development Employee discounts across shopping, holidays, dining and technology Employee recognition and long-service awards 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme Company pension scheme Fully funded DBS check Why Apply? This is an opportunity to join a well-established care provider in a senior position within a large residential and dementia service. It could be particularly well suited to an experienced Deputy Residential Home Manager in Liverpool, Merseyside or the surrounding area who is looking for greater responsibility and a clear route towards becoming a Registered Home Manager in the future. If you have experience leading teams within elderly residential care or dementia care and are looking for your next Deputy Manager opportunity, we would be keen to hear from you. Apply today for further information and a confidential discussion. Keywords: Deputy Home Manager Liverpool, Deputy Care Home Manager Liverpool, Deputy Residential Home Manager Liverpool, Residential Care Home Deputy Manager, Deputy Manager Elderly Care, Dementia Care Deputy Manager, Care Home Management Jobs Liverpool, Senior Care Manager Liverpool, Non-Clinical Deputy Manager, Deputy Manager Merseyside.

Head of Specialist Nursing

Head of Specialist Nursing Location: North England with national travel Package: up to £100,000 plus benefits RMN | Mental Health | Dementia | Complex Needs | PBS We are looking for an exceptional senior nurse to take the lead on specialist nursing and clinical practice across a national care organisation. The Head of Specialist Nursing will be a senior, group-wide appointment with the opportunity to shape how complex and specialist care is delivered across a large portfolio of services. With a particular focus on mental health, dementia, complex needs and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), you will provide specialist clinical leadership while helping strengthen governance, clinical standards and outcomes across the wider organisation. What you'll be doing You will act as a senior clinical expert and trusted advisor across the organisation, working closely with Quality, Regulation and Operations. Your responsibilities will include: Leading specialist nursing practice across mental health, dementia, complex needs and PBS. Providing senior clinical advice around complex residents, referrals and admissions. Supporting services managing behaviours of concern, mental health deterioration and complex clinical risk. Providing professional leadership and support to nurses and clinical teams. Leading and developing the specialist services/PBS function. Strengthening clinical governance, assurance and quality across multiple services. Supporting safe admission and transition planning for residents with complex presentations. Reviewing clinical incidents, safeguarding concerns, complaints and emerging risks. Developing evidence-based clinical policies, procedures and practice guidance. Supporting CQC readiness and wider regulatory compliance. Designing and supporting specialist training and development. Coaching Home Managers, Registered Managers, nurses and operational leaders. Building relationships with commissioners, ICBs, NHS mental health teams, local authorities and safeguarding partners. Using clinical and quality data to identify trends and drive measurable improvements in care. What we're looking for You must be an RMN with current NMC registration and bring significant experience working with people with mental health needs, dementia, complex needs and/or behaviours of concern. We are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate: Significant post-registration nursing experience. Strong specialist knowledge across mental health, dementia, complex care and PBS. Senior clinical leadership experience. Experience working across multiple services, regions or a wider organisational portfolio. Strong clinical governance and quality assurance knowledge. Understanding of CQC regulation, safeguarding, Mental Capacity Act and least restrictive practice. Experience supporting complex referrals, admissions and clinical decision-making. The ability to develop clinical practice through coaching, training, policy and professional leadership. Confidence working with senior operational leaders and providing constructive clinical challenge. Your current title could include Head of Nursing, Head of Clinical Services, Group Clinical Lead, National Clinical Lead, Head of Specialist Services, Clinical Director, Clinical Governance Lead or similar. This role would suit an experienced mental health nurse who wants to combine their clinical expertise with strategic influence, shaping specialist nursing practice across an entire organisation rather than being responsible for just one service. Location: North England with regular national travel. Apply today or contact Mike Turton at Leaders in Care for a confidential conversation.

Group Clinical Lead

Are you an experienced RMN looking for an opportunity to influence clinical standards and specialist care across a national organisation? We are working with a well-established care provider to appoint a Group Clinical Lead into a highly influential senior leadership position. Working closely with senior Quality, Regulation and Operational leaders, you will provide group-wide clinical leadership and assurance while helping shape the organisation's approach to specialist care. This is an opportunity to move beyond individual service management and have a genuine impact across a national portfolio. The Package £85,000 - £100,000 basic salary with a comprehensive benefits package including a car allowance. The role As Group Clinical Lead, you will provide expert clinical leadership, challenge and support across the organisation, helping ensure consistently high standards of safe, effective and person-centred care. You will: Provide group-wide clinical leadership and professional nursing oversight. Strengthen clinical governance, assurance and risk management. Lead clinical standards across areas including medicines, falls, wounds, infection prevention, deterioration, care planning and documentation. Provide specialist expertise across mental health, dementia, complex needs and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS). Support services with complex admissions, clinical risks and challenging presentations. Identify clinical trends and areas for improvement through audits, incidents, safeguarding, complaints and quality data. Support CQC readiness and regulatory assurance. Develop clinical policies, guidance, training and best practice. Coach and influence Registered Managers, nurses and operational leaders. Work with commissioners, ICBs, NHS teams, safeguarding professionals and other external stakeholders. Provide leadership and oversight to specialist clinical/PBS colleagues. Who we're looking for You must be an RMN with current NMC registration and have substantial experience within mental health, dementia, complex needs and/or specialist care. We would particularly like to hear from candidates with: Senior clinical leadership experience within adult social care, specialist care, nursing or a related environment. Strong knowledge of mental health, dementia, complex needs and PBS. Excellent understanding of clinical governance, quality assurance and clinical risk. Experience operating across multiple services or at regional/group level. Strong knowledge of CQC regulation, safeguarding and the Mental Capacity Act. The credibility to influence senior operational leaders while remaining connected to frontline clinical practice. Experience supporting complex services, admissions or placements. A track record of improving clinical standards and resident outcomes. You could currently be working as a Group Clinical Lead, National Clinical Lead, Head of Clinical Services, Head of Nursing, Clinical Governance Lead, Clinical Quality Lead or in a similar senior clinical position. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced clinical leader who wants the autonomy and influence to shape clinical practice across a significant national care portfolio. Location: North England with regular national travel. Apply today or contact Mike Turton at Leaders in Care for a confidential discussion. LICMT

Registered Manager - Ofsted

Registered Manager – Specialist Solo Children’s Home Location: Nottingham Salary: £60,000–£65,000 per annum, depending on experience We are seeking an experienced, resilient and highly capable Registered Manager to lead a new specialist solo children’s home in Nottingham. This is a unique opportunity to establish and lead a high-quality, therapeutic service supporting one young person at a time. The home will support a young person with highly complex emotional and behavioural needs, requiring consistent, skilled care and potentially staffing ratios of up to 3:1, based on assessed needs and risks. The successful candidate will bring the leadership, safeguarding expertise and regulatory knowledge needed to create a stable, safe and nurturing home environment from the outset. The role As Registered Manager, you will take overall responsibility for the safe, effective and compliant operation of the home. You will lead the mobilisation of the service, build and develop a skilled staff team, and ensure the young person receives individualised, trauma-informed and outcome-focused care. The young person’s movements, activities and access to the community may be subject to restrictions authorised through a court-approved care arrangement. You will therefore need a clear understanding of how to manage restrictions lawfully, proportionately and in the least restrictive way, while ensuring the young person’s welfare, dignity and rights remain central to decision-making. Key responsibilities Lead the registration, mobilisation and ongoing operation of a specialist solo children’s home. Ensure the home meets the requirements of the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, Quality Standards and Ofsted framework. Provide strong, visible leadership to a team delivering care at staffing ratios of up to 3:1. Recruit, induct, supervise, develop and retain a skilled and consistent staff team. Oversee safeguarding practice, risk assessments, behaviour support, care planning and placement stability. Ensure robust, child-centred management of court-approved restrictions and deprivation of liberty arrangements where applicable. Promote a therapeutic, trauma-informed and relationship-based approach to care. Maintain excellent standards of recording, monitoring, reporting and regulatory compliance. Build effective working relationships with social workers, commissioners, clinicians, families and other partner agencies. Drive continuous improvement and maintain a culture focused on safety, quality and positive outcomes for children and young people. About you This role is suited to an established Registered Manager or highly experienced children’s home leader—not someone seeking their first Registered Manager opportunity. You will have: Substantial experience managing an Ofsted-registered children’s home. A proven history of achieving, or contributing to, Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes. Direct experience supporting children and young people with complex emotional, behavioural and safeguarding needs. Strong knowledge of safeguarding, risk management, care planning and placement stability. A thorough understanding of the Children’s Homes Regulations, Quality Standards and Ofsted requirements. Experience managing highly structured care environments and significant staffing ratios. Knowledge and confidence in working with lawful, proportionate and least-restrictive court-authorised restrictions. Excellent leadership, communication and partnership-working skills. The ability to remain calm, decisive and child-focused in complex or high-risk situations. A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or be actively working towards the qualification. Ideally, experience opening, registering or mobilising a new children’s residential service. What’s on offer Salary of £60,000–£65,000 per annum, dependent on experience. The opportunity to establish and lead a highly specialist, high-impact children’s home. A role where quality, safety, consistency and therapeutic care are central. The chance to make a meaningful difference to the life and long-term outcomes of a young person with complex needs. If you are an experienced Registered Manager with the confidence, credibility and specialist knowledge to lead a solo provision, we would love to hear from you.

Commissioning Home Manager

Commissioning Home Manager Salary: £52,000 per annum | Luxury Elderly Care Provider A luxury care provider is seeking an experienced Commissioning Home Manager to lead the opening of a new care home scheduled for later this year. This is a key appointment for a commercially minded and quality-focused Home Manager who understands what is required to take a new service from development stage through to a successful opening, strong occupancy and high standards of care. You will lead the full commissioning journey, building the team, embedding systems and establishing the home’s reputation within the local community. The role. You will take full responsibility for preparing the home for opening and delivering a safe, well-led and commercially successful service from day one. Key responsibilities include: Leading the pre-opening plan, ensuring the home is operationally ready for launch. Recruiting, inducting and developing a high-performing care, nursing, hospitality and support team. Building occupancy through local relationship building, enquiry management and community engagement. Establishing strong links with local authorities, commissioners, healthcare professionals and community groups. Ensuring the home meets all CQC, safeguarding, health and safety and governance requirements. Creating a positive, values-led culture focused on exceptional resident experience. Developing robust systems for care planning, medication, auditing, training and quality assurance. Managing budgets, staffing costs, agency use and other key performance measures. Supporting families through the admissions process and ensuring a high-quality customer journey. Providing visible leadership and maintaining high standards across care, clinical practice, hospitality and the home environment. About you. You will be an experienced Home Manager with a strong background in elderly residential, nursing or dementia care. Previous commissioning experience would be highly desirable, although experienced turnaround or high-occupancy Home Managers will also be considered. You will need: Proven experience as a Registered Home Manager within elderly care. A strong understanding of CQC requirements, quality assurance and safeguarding. Experience recruiting, developing and retaining teams. Commercial awareness, including occupancy, budgets, staffing and agency management. A track record of improving standards, building occupancy or delivering successful change. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust with residents, families and external professionals. A hands-on and organised approach, with the resilience to manage a busy pre-opening period. An active NMC PIN would be beneficial, but is not essential. What is on offer. Salary of £52,000 per annum. The opportunity to lead a new luxury care home from the outset. Support from an established provider and senior operational team. Genuine scope to shape the culture, reputation and performance of a new service. If you are an experienced care leader who takes pride in delivering outstanding standards and wants the opportunity to build a service from the ground up, apply now.  

Registered Manager

Nursing Home Manager West Hertfordshire | Full-time, 40 hours per week £75,000 - £80,000, quarterly bonus and benefits Are you a clinically strong Nursing Home Manager looking for a role where you can lead a quality-focused service and make a lasting difference? This is an opportunity to manage a highly regarded 60-bedded nursing home in West Hertfordshire. The home has an excellent reputation for resident care, reflected in its Good CQC rating and outstanding feedback from residents and families. You’ll take the lead in maintaining high standards across the service, developing a capable team and ensuring every resident receives safe, compassionate and personalised care. What you’ll be doing As Home Manager, you’ll have overall responsibility for the home’s operational and clinical performance. You’ll provide strong day-to-day leadership, promote a positive culture and ensure the service continues to deliver excellent outcomes. Your responsibilities will include: Leading and supporting the nursing, care and wider home team Maintaining compliance with CQC standards, safeguarding and clinical governance requirements Ensuring care plans are person-centred, regularly reviewed and effectively delivered Managing staffing, recruitment, rotas and employee development Monitoring budgets, occupancy and resources to support sustainable home performance Building productive relationships with residents, relatives, commissioners and healthcare professionals Identifying opportunities to strengthen quality, resident experience and team engagement What you’ll bring We’re looking for an experienced care leader with the confidence and clinical knowledge to manage a busy nursing home. You’ll need: An active NMC PIN (desired) Previous Home Manager or senior management experience in a nursing home, elderly care or similar setting Strong working knowledge of CQC regulations and quality standards Proven leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a multidisciplinary team Commercial awareness and confidence managing staffing and operational budgets A genuine commitment to delivering outstanding, person-centred care What’s in it for you? Competitive salary Quarterly performance bonus NMC registration fees paid Free DBS check Blue Light Card Employee assistance programme Retail discounts Ongoing learning, development and progression opportunities Apply today or contact Max at Leaders in Care for a confidential discussion. max@leadersincare.co.uk

People Business Partner

People Business Partner Multi-site Healthcare Organisation | £45,000 to £55,000 per annum A growing healthcare organisation is looking for an experienced People Business Partner to support services and central functions across the business. This is a practical, operational role for someone who can strengthen workforce governance, coach managers and improve the colleague experience. You will work closely with senior leaders, helping to create consistent people practices, stronger leadership capability and a culture where colleagues feel respected, supported and accountable. The role. You will provide trusted HR support across a multi-site organisation, ensuring people processes are fair, robust and aligned with employment law, organisational policy and regulatory requirements. Key responsibilities include: Advising managers on employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, capability, absence and performance management. Leading and supporting complex employee relations processes. Coaching managers to manage people matters confidently, consistently and fairly. Supporting workforce planning, recruitment, retention and organisational stability. Overseeing safer recruitment processes, including DBS checks, right to work, references and employment history verification. Ensuring offer letters, contracts, variations and employment documentation are accurate, timely and audit ready. Maintaining strong governance of personnel files, workforce records and people documentation. Supporting the effective use of HRIS and workforce management systems, including Sona. Improving data quality, reporting, compliance and system adoption. Analysing workforce data, including absence, turnover, recruitment activity, retention and workforce risks. Supporting policy development, review and document control. Identifying gaps in process, compliance, record keeping and leadership practice. Supporting onboarding, engagement, wellbeing and colleague retention initiatives. Working with occupational health, recruitment, training and other external partners. About you. You will be an experienced People or HR professional with a strong understanding of employee relations, employment law and operational HR practice. You will need: Experience as a People Business Partner, HR Business Partner, Senior HR Advisor or similar. Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice. Experience managing complex employee relations cases. Experience supporting managers in a multi-site or operational environment. Experience of safer recruitment, workforce governance and HR compliance. Confidence using HRIS or workforce management systems. Experience producing and using workforce data to identify risks and support decisions. The ability to build strong relationships while providing constructive challenge. A practical and organised approach to improving systems, processes and colleague experience. CIPD Level 3 or equivalent practical experience. Experience within health and social care, or another regulated environment, would be beneficial. What is on offer. Salary of £45,000 to £55,000 per annum, dependent on experience. Full-time, permanent position. A varied role with real influence across people, culture, governance and leadership. The opportunity to make a measurable difference to workforce stability and colleague experience. Apply now to be considered for this People Business Partner opportunity.  

Home Manager

Nursing Home Manager East Sussex | Full-time, 40 hours per week £75,000 - £80,000, quarterly bonus and benefits Are you a clinically strong Nursing Home Manager looking for a role where you can lead a quality-focused service and make a lasting difference? This is an opportunity to manage a highly regarded 60+ bed nursing home in East Sussex. The home has an excellent reputation for resident care, reflected in its Good CQC rating and outstanding feedback from residents and families. You’ll take the lead in maintaining high standards across the service, developing a capable team and ensuring every resident receives safe, compassionate and personalised care. What you’ll be doing As Home Manager, you’ll have overall responsibility for the home’s operational and clinical performance. You’ll provide strong day-to-day leadership, promote a positive culture and ensure the service continues to deliver excellent outcomes. Your responsibilities will include: Leading and supporting the nursing, care and wider home team Maintaining compliance with CQC standards, safeguarding and clinical governance requirements Ensuring care plans are person-centred, regularly reviewed and effectively delivered Managing staffing, recruitment, rotas and employee development Monitoring budgets, occupancy and resources to support sustainable home performance Building productive relationships with residents, relatives, commissioners and healthcare professionals Identifying opportunities to strengthen quality, resident experience and team engagement What you’ll bring We’re looking for an experienced care leader with the confidence and clinical knowledge to manage a busy nursing home. You’ll need: An active NMC PIN Previous Home Manager or senior management experience in a nursing home, elderly care or similar setting Strong working knowledge of CQC regulations and quality standards Proven leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a multidisciplinary team Commercial awareness and confidence managing staffing and operational budgets A genuine commitment to delivering outstanding, person-centred care What’s in it for you? Competitive salary Quarterly performance bonus NMC registration fees paid Free DBS check Blue Light Card Employee assistance programme Retail discounts Ongoing learning, development and progression opportunities If you’re an ambitious Nursing Home Manager seeking a well-supported role with genuine scope to make an impact, apply today or contact Leaders in Care for a confidential discussion.

Regional Operations Manager

Regional Operations Manager Yorkshire | Nursing Homes | Circa £65,000 + benefits Leaders in Care is recruiting a Regional Operations Manager to support and improve the performance of a portfolio of nursing homes across Yorkshire. This is a senior operational role for an experienced care leader who understands what good looks like in elderly care, clinical governance and commercial delivery. You will work closely with Home Managers to provide clear direction, develop strong leadership teams and ensure consistently safe, high-quality care. The role. You will take responsibility for a group of nursing homes, supporting managers to deliver against quality, occupancy, workforce and financial targets. Key responsibilities include: Leading, coaching and holding Home Managers accountable for performance. Maintaining high standards of person-centred care, safeguarding and clinical governance. Preparing homes for CQC inspections and driving sustainable improvement where services require support. Reviewing quality audits, incidents, complaints and action plans, ensuring lessons are embedded. Supporting recruitment, retention, succession planning and capability management across the region. Improving occupancy, managing local relationships and contributing to business development activity. Monitoring budgets, agency spend, staffing levels and other key operational measures. Building constructive relationships with residents, families, commissioners and external professionals. Ensuring homes operate in line with CQC requirements, company policies and relevant legislation. About you. You will be an experienced regional, operational or multi-site manager within the nursing home sector. You will be credible with Home Managers, visible in services and comfortable addressing underperformance directly and fairly. You will need: Proven experience managing multiple nursing homes or elderly care services. A strong record of improving quality ratings, compliance and operational performance. Sound clinical understanding, ideally with a nursing qualification and active NMC PIN, although experienced non-clinical operators will also be considered. Experience supporting homes through CQC inspections, improvement plans and safeguarding matters. Commercial awareness, including occupancy, budget management and agency control. A practical, organised and hands-on leadership style. Flexibility to travel regularly across Yorkshire. Salary and benefits. Circa £65,000 per annum, dependent on experience. Performance-related bonus. Mileage or car allowance. Pension and holiday entitlement. Ongoing leadership development and career progression. If you are a capable care leader with the operational experience to raise standards across a nursing home portfolio, apply now or contact Leaders in Care for a confidential discussion.

Care Coordinator

Care Coordinator – Complex Care Locations: Rochdale, Burnley & Tameside Salary: £24,000–£26,000 depending on experience Sector: Complex Care / Healthcare The Opportunity We are working with an established and growing complex care provider that is looking to expand its team of Care Coordinators across the North West. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established organisation with a strong team of Healthcare Assistants and Nurses, supporting the continued growth of its complex care services across the region. We are particularly interested in candidates based in or around Rochdale, Burnley and Tameside, although applicants from surrounding areas will also be considered. The Role As a Care Coordinator, you will play an important role in ensuring high-quality care is delivered to clients while supporting and coordinating the HCA and nursing teams. Your responsibilities will include: Coordinating care packages and ensuring appropriate staffing levels are maintained. Managing rotas and ensuring shifts are appropriately covered. Supporting the recruitment, onboarding and allocation of HCAs and Nurses. Building strong relationships with clients, families and healthcare professionals. Carrying out regular staff and client check-ins. Supporting care plans and ensuring they remain accurate and up to date. Monitoring the quality of care being delivered and escalating concerns appropriately. Working closely with the wider operational and clinical teams. Supporting the growth and development of new and existing care packages. Ensuring care is delivered in line with company policies, procedures and regulatory requirements. About You We are looking for someone who is organised, proactive and confident working in a fast-paced care environment. You will ideally have: Previous experience within care coordination, care management, domiciliary care or a similar role. Experience within complex care or community-based care would be advantageous. A good understanding of care planning, rotas and coordinating care teams. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. The ability to manage competing priorities and work independently. A genuine passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care. Confidence working with HCAs, Nurses, clients, families and external professionals. Why Join? This is a genuine opportunity to join a growing complex care provider and play a key role in developing its presence across the North West. You'll be joining an established team and have the opportunity to build strong relationships with your care teams, take ownership of care packages and contribute to the continued growth of the organisation. Whether you're an experienced Care Coordinator or someone with a strong healthcare background looking to take the next step in your career, this role offers the opportunity to develop your skills and build a long-term career within complex care  

Interim Registered Manager ( Ofsted )

Up to £500 Per Day | Accommodation Support | Supportive Management | Flexibility | Immediate Start Leaders in Care are currently seeking an experienced Ofsted Registered Manager to take the lead in delivering a home’s Statement of Purpose, ensuring that each child and young person is provided with a safe, secure, and caring environment. You will inspire, guide, and support young people to reach their full potential in every aspect of their lives. This role is based within Birmingham, supporting a local authority that is currently on an exciting improvement journey, with several new homes opening and progressing toward Ofsted registration. Key Responsibilities: Ensure the home operates in full compliance with Ofsted Regulations, Children’s Homes Regulations, and Quality Standards. Provide effective leadership, management, and supervision to a team of residential care professionals. Oversee care and protection planning, ensuring children’s individual needs are fully met. Safeguard and promote the welfare of young people, embedding a culture of safety and aspiration. Drive continuous improvement in line with the home’s Statement of Purpose. Benefits: Flexible Working – typically 4 days per week in the home. Supportive Management – join a dedicated team with a strong ethos of collaboration and improvement. Excellent Rate of Pay – £350 per day. Accommodation Support – available for overnight stays if required. Extended Contracts – opportunity for ongoing work. Immediate Start – begin your next role without delay. Central Birmingham Location – easily accessible with good transport links. Requirements: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent / willingness to work towards). Minimum 4 years’ experience in a residential setting Gone through 1 registration  Proven leadership and people management skills, with a strong commitment to staff development. Thorough understanding of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding, and child protection procedures. If you are an experienced Registered Manager looking for your next opportunity within a supportive and forward-thinking local authority, we’d love to hear from you. If you are an experienced Registered Manager looking for a new role please do reach out, Or if you'd like more info on how Leaders in Care can support you, call Nathan on 07401281738 or email nathan@leadersincare.co.uk

Nursing Home Manager

Nursing Home Manager – Chesterfield, Derbyshire Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum + performance bonus Location: Chesterfield, Derbyshire Hours: 40 hours per week | Permanent Home Size: 35 beds NMC PIN: Preferred, but not essential The Opportunity We are recruiting an experienced Care Home Manager to lead a well-established 35-bed elderly care home in Chesterfield, Derbyshire. The home provides specialist residential, dementia and nursing care, and requires a confident, commercially aware leader who can maintain high standards of care while delivering strong operational performance. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Registered Manager, Home Manager, Nursing Home Manager or Care Home Manager looking to join an established care provider offering a competitive salary, performance-related bonus and genuine opportunities for career progression. Nursing Home Manager Benefits Salary up to £65,000 per annum. Annual performance-based bonus. Clear career development and progression opportunities. Hundreds of employee discounts across shopping, holidays, dining, technology and more. Employee recognition and long-service awards. 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support. Company-supported pension scheme. Fully funded DBS check. Ongoing professional development and training. Your Role as Nursing Home Manager As Care Home Manager, you will take overall responsibility for the leadership, quality, compliance and commercial performance of the home. Your responsibilities will include: Leading the day-to-day operation of the 35-bed care home. Maintaining high standards of person-centred care and resident experience. Ensuring full compliance with CQC regulations and regulatory requirements. Driving continuous improvement across quality, care and operational performance. Recruiting, developing, motivating and retaining a high-performing care team. Providing visible and supportive leadership to colleagues across the home. Managing staffing levels, rotas, agency usage and workforce costs effectively. Taking responsibility for budgets and overall financial performance. Supporting occupancy and building the home's reputation within the local community. Developing strong relationships with residents, relatives, healthcare professionals and other stakeholders. What We're Looking For We are looking for an experienced care home leader with a strong understanding of quality, compliance, people management and operational performance. You will ideally have: Proven experience as a Care Home Manager, Registered Manager, Nursing Home Manager or senior care home leader. Strong knowledge of CQC regulations, compliance and quality frameworks. A track record of maintaining or improving Good or Outstanding CQC standards. A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care, or an equivalent management qualification. Strong leadership and people-management skills. Experience managing budgets, staffing and operational performance. Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills. A nursing qualification with an active NMC PIN would be advantageous, although this is not essential for the position. Why Apply? This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of an established 35-bed care home while being supported by an experienced wider organisation. You'll have the autonomy to lead your team, influence the home's performance and continue developing your career within the care sector. With a salary of up to £65,000 plus an annual performance bonus, comprehensive employee benefits and ongoing professional development, this is an attractive opportunity for an ambitious care home leader in the Chesterfield area. Apply for the Nursing Home Manager Role If you're an experienced Care Home Manager or Registered Manager looking for your next opportunity in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion about the position. Applications are welcomed from suitably experienced candidates from elderly residential, dementia and nursing care backgrounds. LICMT

Clinical Manager

Clinical Deputy Manager / Clinical Lead – Nursing Home (30 Beds) Salary: £45,000 – £60,000 per annum (depending on experience) Full-time | Permanent Location: Tywyn Ready to take the next step in your clinical leadership career? We're recruiting for a passionate and experienced Clinical Deputy Manager or Clinical Lead to join a well-established 30-bed nursing home that has recently enjoyed significant success. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced nurse and clinical leader who is ready to take on greater responsibility, support the day-to-day clinical management of the home, and play a key role in maintaining and developing high standards of care. You'll work closely with the Home Manager and wider senior leadership team, helping to lead the clinical team, support staff development, and ensure residents receive safe, compassionate, person-centred care. If you're an experienced Clinical Lead, Deputy Manager, Senior Nurse, or Nurse with strong leadership experience looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. About the Company This is a small, family-run care provider that genuinely values its people. Unlike larger corporate organisations, they believe in empowering their managers and clinical leaders, offering flexibility, and promoting a healthy work-life balance. You'll have the opportunity to make a real difference within the home, with the autonomy to lead clinically while receiving support and guidance from an approachable senior management team. What's on Offer? Salary of £40,000 – £50,000, depending on experience. A senior clinical leadership role within a successful 30-bed nursing home. Comprehensive management and leadership development. Ongoing support and mentoring from an experienced senior leadership team. A supportive and approachable working environment. Excellent work-life balance with flexibility where possible. The opportunity to influence clinical standards and drive continuous improvement. Genuine career progression within a growing family-run organisation. The opportunity to develop towards a Home Manager position for the right candidate. About You We're looking for someone who is: A Registered Nurse with strong clinical experience within a nursing home or similar care setting. Passionate about delivering outstanding person-centred care. A confident clinical leader who can support, motivate, and develop a nursing and care team. Organised, proactive, and committed to maintaining consistently high standards. Confident overseeing clinical governance, care planning, medication management, audits, and quality standards. Comfortable working collaboratively with residents, families, healthcare professionals, and colleagues. Able to lead by example and promote a positive culture throughout the home. Ambitious, motivated, and keen to develop their leadership career. We'd love to hear from you if you are: An experienced Clinical Lead looking for a broader leadership opportunity; or An experienced Deputy Manager with a strong clinical background; or A senior nurse ready to step into a clinical leadership role with the right support and development. Take the Next Step If you're looking to join a care provider that values its clinical leaders, invests in its people, and believes that great care starts with great leadership, we'd love to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful, family-run organisation where you can lead clinically, develop professionally, and make a genuine difference to residents and your team every day. Apply today to take the next step in your clinical leadership career.

Registered Manager

Are you an experienced Supported Living Manager looking for an opportunity where you can take real ownership of a service and make a genuine difference? We are working with an established supported living provider in Oldham who are looking for an experienced Service Manager to lead a complex service and take responsibility for the day-to-day management, quality and development of the provision. This is an opportunity for an experienced manager who is confident working autonomously, managing challenging situations and providing strong leadership to both staff and the people they support. The Role As Service Manager, you will take overall responsibility for the effective running of the service, ensuring high standards of care, compliance and support are maintained. You will: Lead and manage the day-to-day operation of a supported living service. Provide strong, visible leadership to the staff team. Ensure people receive high-quality, person-centred support tailored to their individual needs. Manage complex and challenging situations with confidence and professionalism. Support, develop and motivate your team to deliver consistently high standards. Take ownership of quality, compliance, safeguarding and care planning. Work closely with families, professionals, commissioners and other key stakeholders. Monitor performance and identify opportunities for service improvement. Ensure the service operates in line with relevant legislation, policies and regulatory requirements. Build a positive culture where both the people supported and staff can thrive. About You We are looking for an experienced supported living manager who is comfortable taking ownership and working independently. You will ideally have: Previous management experience within supported living or a similar complex care environment. Strong knowledge of quality, compliance and safeguarding. Experience managing and developing teams. The confidence to manage challenging situations and complex support needs. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. A proactive approach to problem-solving and service improvement. The ability to work autonomously while also engaging effectively with the wider leadership team. A genuine passion for delivering outstanding outcomes for the people you support. Why Apply? This is not simply a role where you will be expected to maintain the status quo. You will have the autonomy and responsibility to lead the service, influence its direction and make a tangible impact. If you are an experienced Supported Living Manager looking for a challenging but rewarding next step, this could be an excellent opportunity to make your mark. Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 depending on experience. For more information or a confidential conversation, please get in touch jennah@leadersincare.co.uk or call 07893947845