Commissioning Home Manager

Sanders Senior Living group; Leicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury care home provider in Leicester is seeking a Commissioning Home Manager to oversee the opening of a new care home. This role involves managing compliance, recruiting a high-performing team, and delivering quality person-centred care from day one. The ideal candidate will have a proven record in similar roles and a strong understanding of CQC regulations. In addition to competitive benefits, this position offers career advancement opportunities within the organization.

Benefits

28 days Paid Holiday

Pension Scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee Assistance Scheme

Comprehensive training and induction

Free DBS Check and uniform

Funding for NVQs

Opportunities for career progression

Free on-site parking

Employee of the Month awards

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Commissioning Home Manager.
• Excellent understanding of CQC regulations and quality standards.
• Ability to lead registration, mobilisation, and growth of a service.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commissioning and opening of the care home.
• Recruit, develop, and inspire a high-performing team.
• Ensure full compliance with CQC regulations and company policies.
• Drive occupancy, reputation, and quality outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Compliance with CQC regulations

Team development

Budget management

Person-centred care

Education

Experience as a Commissioning Home Manager

Job description

Sanders Senior Living is seeking an experienced and passionate Commissioning Home Manager to lead the opening of one of our new care homes. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping a service delivering outstanding care from day one.

As Commissioning Home Manager, you will take full responsibility for the successful pre-opening, launch and ongoing management of the home. You will ensure the home is fully compliant, well-staffed, and embedded within the local community while delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the commissioning and opening of the care home
• Recruit, develop and inspire a high-performing team
• Ensure full compliance with CQC regulations and company policies
• Develop strong relationships with residents, families, professionals and the local community
• Drive occupancy, reputation and quality outcomes
• Manage budgets, resources and operational performance
• Embed a positive culture focused on dignity, respect and excellence in care

Benefits of working with Sanders Senior Living

• 28 days Paid Holiday
• Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure
• Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Free DBS Check and uniform
• Funding and support towards obtaining NVQs
• Opportunities to progress your career within the company
• Free, on-site parking
• Employee of the Month awards

About you

You will be an experienced and confident care professional, with a proven track record as a Commissioning Home Manager. You will have an excellent understanding of CQC regulations and quality standards, with the ability to lead a service through registration, mobilisation and growth. You will be comfortable managing multiple priorities while inspiring and developing your team. As well as this, you will be passionate about delivering outstanding, person-centred care and committed to building a positive, high-performing culture from day one.

About Sanders Senior Living

Sanders Senior Living is a luxury care home group with state-of-the-art residences brimming with premium facilities and exceptional services. Optimum health and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do. And we do it with a difference.

Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents.

At Sanders Senior Living, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents.

As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.