Home Manager

Healthcare Ireland Group; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Ballymena is seeking a dedicated Home Manager to oversee operations at Slemish Nursing Home. The ideal candidate will embody compassion and leadership, ensuring high-quality care and compliance with regulations. Responsibilities include strategic direction, team management, and advocacy for residents. This role offers an attractive salary of £62,000 per year, plus benefits including paid leave, professional development, and more. Join our passionate team in a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Benefits

Paid annual leave

Continuous professional development

Attractive salary

Pension plan

Free parking

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in the UK.
• Strong leadership ability in a demanding role.
• Sound working knowledge of statutory requirements for elderly care.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction to the Home.
• Build positive relationships with support functions.
• Ensure compliance with fire regulations and health & safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Compassion

Financial management

Regulatory compliance

Education

UK NMC registration

Experience as a Registered Nurse

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced Home Manager looking for your next challenge with Northern Ireland's fastest growing Healthcare company?

The Home

Be Part of the Team at Slemish Nursing Home

Located on the outskirts of Ballymena and just a short walk from local churches and shops, Slemish Nursing Home has been providing trusted care to the community for over 35 years.

Our dedicated team is proud to offer high-quality Nursing Care, with specialist support in Palliative Care, End of Life Care, and Physical Disability Care services that are highly respected and valued within the local community.

With the completion of our brand-new extension, Slemish Nursing Home will soon accommodate up to 63 residents, providing even more opportunities to deliver exceptional, person-centred care.

We operate with an Open House policy, welcoming families and friends at any time, helping to create a genuine sense of home and belonging for all who walk through our doors.

The Role

The Home Manager is the heart and soul of our Homes, embodying leadership, compassion and dedication to the wellbeing of residents and team members alike. The Home Manager plays a pivotal role in creating a nurturing and supportive environment where residents feel safe, valued and respected and where staff are empowered to deliver high quality care with professionalism and clinical excellence.

Home Managers oversee every aspect of the Home operation, from ensuring regulatory compliance and financial sustainability to fostering a culture of high care standards and continuous improvement. The Home Manager leads by example, inspiring their team to uphold the highest standards of care while also providing support and guidance.

Beyond operational tasks, the Home Manager serves as an advocate for residents and their families, listening to their needs, addressing concerns and championing their rights to dignity, choice and autonomy. They build meaningful connections with residents based on trust, rapport and create a sense of community and belonging within the Home.

The role of the Home Manager is indispensable to the success of the Home. Their leadership and expertise ensure that residents receive the highest quality of care, making a profound and positive impact on the lives of our residents.

About The Role

Main Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction to the Home, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, and compassionate care to the residents.
• Ensure all records and documentation are accurate and up to date by maintaining and implementing appropriate systems to ensure compliance.
• Build positive working relationships with support functions so staff are properly inducted, trained, motivated and supported to do their jobs to the best of their ability.
• Adhere to company standards as well as legal and statutory requirements relating to fire regulations, health and safety, licencing, weights and measures, care and trading standards, and employment.
• Ensure all qualified Nurses hold a current UK NMC pin and employee files are in line with RQIA standards.
• Work alongside regional manager and directors
• Responsible for working to the Home's budget, ensure financial success and stability.

The Benefits

• Paid annual leave
• The chance to be part of a growing Healthcare company
• Continuous professional development and training
• Values-led culture
• Opportunities for progression
• Pension plan (if applicable)
• Attractive salary
• Access NI fee paid for
• NMC fee reimbursed
• Uniforms and PPE provided
• Monthly incentives and recognition awards
• Free parking

Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.

Required Criteria

• UK NMC registered with 5 years experience working as a Registered Nurse in the UK
• A sound working knowledge of the statutory requirements associated with care of the elderly is essential.
• The Right to Work in the UK
• Demonstrate understanding of the key business activities associated with a nursing home
• Be able to demonstrate strong leadership ability in a key demanding role

Desired Criteria

• Previous experience managing a nursing home setting
• A good understanding of budgets

Skills Needed

About The Company

We are passionate about providing the highest standards of care in safe, positive and flexible environments, which enable each person who uses our services to achieve their potential. We are committed to providing each employee with a fulfilling working environment, encouraging personal and professional development. We aim to be a first class, independent organisation delivering innovative, collaborative and value for money services.

Our ultimate purpose is to work with the people who use our services and their families and friends, to enable them to take control of their lives.

Company Culture

We’re always on the look out for people who care, whether that’s caring for our residents, or in one of our roles like laundry, kitchen, administration or maintenance.

Our passionate, ever-growing team means that you’ll be working with people who pride themselves on the work they do. Each of our Homes and our Head Office work together to achieve something excellent that truly makes a difference in peoples lives.

Caring for our residents is at the heart of all we do, and we’d love to have you join the team.

Company Benefits

Healthcare Ireland Group is not just a workplace; it’s a community where your work has a purpose, and your contributions are valued.

If you’re passionate about making a difference and are seeking a rewarding career in healthcare, we welcome you to explore opportunities with us and help continue our legacy of excellence in care.

Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Free parking, Competitive salary, Social Opportunities, Employee Recognition Scheme, Culture of recognition, On the job learning

Salary

£62,000.00 per year

Benefits

Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Free parking, Competitive salary, Social Opportunities, Employee Recognition Scheme