We’re recruiting for a compassionate, values-led Home Manager to lead a dual-registered elderly care service in the Colchester area. This is a full-time, permanent role overseeing a residential and nursing care home with a strong local reputation, now entering a new phase of leadership and development.

The service has a clinical team in place, but now needs a visible, steady leader to take full ownership of operations, compliance, care delivery, and culture. You’ll be supported by a stable senior leadership team, with autonomy to run the home your way while meeting CQC expectations and occupancy targets.

This is a Monday-to-Friday role with occasional on-call requirements. A clinical background (NMC PIN) is ideal but not essential for the right leader with relevant experience in residential or nursing management.

Home Manager | Elderly Residential & Nursing | Colchester Area | £65K + Bonus Scheme

As Home Manager, you will:
• Hold full operational accountability for a dual-registered elderly care service
• Lead and support clinical and non-clinical teams, including Nurses, Clinical Leads and Deputy Manager
• Ensure compliance with all CQC, safeguarding, and health & safety regulations
• Oversee care planning, risk management, medication and audit systems
• Drive occupancy, retention and staff engagement in collaboration with senior leadership
• Support recruitment and onboarding of new staff, ensuring a values-aligned team culture
• Work with families, local stakeholders, and regulators to maintain strong community links
• Take the lead on internal improvement projects, training, and team development
• Monitor KPIs and drive ongoing improvement in quality, compliance, and care outcomes
• Create a positive working environment that promotes learning, stability, and strong morale
• Lead on care assessments, pre-admission planning, and service development
• Provide visible leadership, hands-on support, and strategic input to the wider group

What we’re looking for:
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Registered Manager in an elderly residential or nursing home
• Proven ability to lead and inspire both care and clinical teams
• Strong understanding of CQC frameworks and inspection readiness
• Confident in managing staffing levels, rota pressures, and regulatory documentation
• Experience in dementia care and elderly frailty services
• NMC PIN (Adult Nurse) desirable but not essential
• Calm, focused leadership style with a solutions-based mindset
• Able to lead under pressure while building a positive and supportive team culture
• Comfortable engaging with families, regulators, and wider stakeholders
• Able to travel to the Colchester area daily (free parking provided)

In return, you’ll receive:
• Salary of £65,000 per annum
• Performance-based bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Company pension and life insurance
• Free enhanced DBS and parking
• Wagestream access (same-day pay)
• Internal training and funded qualifications via Your Hippo
• A supportive senior operations team and ongoing development
• A leadership role with autonomy, support, and long-term impact

This role is ideal for an experienced Home Manager who leads by example, brings calm clarity under pressure, and wants to make a meaningful impact on residents, staff, and outcomes.

Apply by sending your CV and a brief summary of your leadership experience to: ebeleo@snghealthcare.co.uk
Or call Ebele Ossai, Recruitment Director, on 02380 118222 for a confidential discussion.

This vacancy is advertised by S.N.G Healthcare, a trusted partner in senior care appointments across adult and children’s social care. All applications will be treated in confidence

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