Home Manager (Maternity Cover – initial 6 month contract with potential to extend) – Braintree, Essex  

Location: Riverdale Care Home, 65 Duggers Lane, Braintree, Essex, CM7 1BA

Salary: £60,000 to £65,000 per annum (pro rata)

Hours: 40 hours per week

Job type: Full time, permanent

Come and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare! #CareWithUsAtWestgate

Riverdale Care Home is a luxury care home in the heart of Braintree, Essex, offering exceptional care in a stunning, state-of-the-art environment.

Our home provides residents with the highest standards of care, comfort and companionship, ensuring each individual receives a personalised experience tailored to their unique needs.

We are now looking for a passionate, experienced and dedicated Home Manager (Maternity Cover – initial 6 month contract with potential to extend) to lead our team and maintain the excellence our care home is known for.

As the Home Manager, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the care home.

Your leadership will play a key role in maintaining the home’s reputation while offering vital support to both residents and staff.

You will have proven experience managing a successful care home, a positive, can-do attitude, knowledge of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulations and other relevant legislation (including HSE requirements), a strong understanding of governance and a passion for elderly care.

NVQ Level 5 in Management & Leadership is an essential requirement to be considered.

Please note, this role is maternity cover for a minimum of 6 months, with an expected start date of April/May 2026.

About the role:

• Provide strong leadership to all staff members, inspiring them to deliver exceptional care and service
• Ensure the home is compliant with all regulatory requirements (CQC) and follows best practices
• Manage budgets, resources and financial performance to maintain a cost-effective operation
• Build and maintain strong relationships with residents, families and the local community
• Implement and oversee care plans tailored to the individual needs of each resident
• Create and maintain a welcoming, homely and luxurious atmosphere that aligns with our values
• Drive occupancy by ensuring the home is a desirable place for potential residents and their families
• Oversee staff recruitment, development and retention, ensuring continuous professional development

About you:

• Proven experience managing a successful care home, preferably within a luxury setting, is essential
• RGN Qualification and valid NMC pin number
• NVQ Level 5 in Management & Leadership is essential to be considered
• A solid understanding of CQC regulations
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with a compassionate resident-first approach
• A passion for delivering high-quality care in a luxury, person-centred environment
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to manage budgets and drive financial performance
• Well organised with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Motivated to make a difference

Why work at Westgate?

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus (linked to successful completion of KPIs)
• Support in achieving additional qualifications, including nationally recognised qualifications
• Comprehensive staff induction with free training and professional development
• Many other benefits

If this sounds like the role for you, apply today!

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive suitable applications, therefore, an early submission is encouraged. Due to a high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

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