Location: Gable Court Care Home, Romford, RM6 4AZ
Salary: £65,000 to £70,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: 40 hours per week
About Us
Serencroft Care Homes is an independent care provider operating five residential and nursing homes across England, including Gable Court in Romford. We are CQC-regulated and B Corp certified, and we work in partnership with NHS commissioners and local universities to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. We are looking for an experienced, values-led Home Manager to lead Gable Court and build on its position as a safe, high-quality home for residents and a great place to work for staff.
The Role
As Home Manager, you will hold overall responsibility for the day-to-day leadership, operational performance and quality of care at Gable Court, acting as the home’s CQC Registered Manager. You’ll lead a multidisciplinary team, manage the home’s budget and resources, and be the driving force behind a culture of safe, compassionate, person-centred care — working closely with residents, families, commissioners and the wider Serencroft leadership team.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the home’s CQC Registered Manager, holding responsibility for regulatory compliance and statutory notifications
- Lead, motivate and develop the home’s staff team, including recruitment, supervision, appraisal and performance management
- Ensure compliance with CQC fundamental standards and all relevant health and social care legislation
- Drive continuous improvement in care quality and safety, working towards and maintaining strong CQC ratings
- Manage the home’s budget, occupancy and resources effectively
- Oversee care planning, risk assessment and safeguarding practices across the home
- Build and maintain strong relationships with residents, families, NHS commissioners, local authorities and other stakeholders
- Lead on internal audits, external inspections and quality assurance processes
- Champion Serencroft’s values and B Corp commitments in the day-to-day running of the home
- Report regularly to the senior leadership team on performance, quality and compliance
Please note
- This job description is not an exhaustive statement of the job. Other duties may need to be undertaken commensurate with this position.
- This is not a sponsorship role.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Registered Manager within a CQC-regulated care or nursing home — essential
- NVQ/QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (or working towards equivalent qualification)
- Track record of leading a care home to strong CQC outcomes
- Strong working knowledge of CQC regulations, safeguarding practices and relevant health and social care legislation
- Excellent leadership, communication and people-management skills
- Right to work in the UK
- Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check
Why Work With Us
- Full induction
- Ongoing training and career development within a multi-site care group
- Opportunity to take up NVQ once successfully completing probation period.
- A supportive, values-led team environment
- Refer-a-friend bonus – up to £200!
- Blue Light Card Eligibility
- Employee of the quarter – opportunity to potentially win tickets to sporting events orpurchasing vouchers foramazing brands and so much more!
Serencroft Care Homes is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of background.
Serencroft Care Homes — CQC-regulated, B Corp certified, working in partnership with the NHS and local universities.
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