Care Home Manager – Southampton

S.N.G Healthcare is working with a client to recruit an experienced and results-driven Care Home Manager for a well-established dementia care service in Southampton.

This role presents an excellent leadership opportunity for a motivated and confident professional with a proven track record in care home management, regulatory compliance, and operational leadership. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining high-quality care standards, financial sustainability, and team development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure full compliance with CQC regulations, achieving and maintaining high inspection ratings.
• Provide effective leadership and direction to care teams, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and professional growth.
• Oversee financial and operational performance, including budget management, occupancy levels, and cost control.
• Champion person-centred care, ensuring dignity, independence, and overall well-being for all residents.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with families, commissioners, regulatory bodies, and external stakeholders.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement strategies to enhance care quality and service delivery.

To be considered for this position, all applicants should have the following skills and experience:

• Proven experience as a Registered Home Manager in a care home setting, with a strong background in dementia care.
• Comprehensive knowledge of CQC regulations, governance, and safeguarding policies.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management in Health & Social Care (or equivalent).
• Experience in budget management, occupancy growth, and staff leadership to ensure financial sustainability.
• The ability to build and develop a high-performing team, promoting staff engagement and retention.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, service development, and driving positive outcomes.

This is an opportunity for a driven and ambitious Care Home Manager to take ownership of a well-established residential and dementia care home, ensuring high standards of care, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. In return, our client offers:

• A competitive salary package with the potential for performance-based incentives.
• A supportive and well-resourced work environment, providing access to career progression, leadership training, and professional development.
• The opportunity to lead a reputable care home, overseeing CQC compliance, staff development, and service quality improvements.
• A dynamic management role that integrates clinical governance, strategic planning, and operational leadership, offering a challenging and rewarding career path.

Please send your CV and a short synopsis outlining how your skills align with this role to ebeleo@snghealthcare.co.uk. For more information or an informal discussion, contact Ebele Ossai, Recruitment Director at S.N.G Healthcare, on 07984 116617.

All discussions will be handled in the strictest confidence.

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