Home Manager

Job Description Job Title: Home Manager New CommissionSalary: circa 75,000 DOELocation: CornwallWe are recruiting for an experienced Home Manager to lead the commissioning of a brand new, purpose-built care home in Cornwall, due to open in early 2027. This is a key appointment, offering the opportunity to take full ownership of the home from pre-opening through to stabilisation, working with a well-funded and growing care provider focused on delivering high-quality care.The RoleAs Home Manager, you will be responsible for the successful launch and day-to-day running of the home. You will lead on recruitment, occupancy, compliance and overall performance, ensuring high standards of care are delivered from day one. You will work closely with senior leadership to build a strong team, establish systems and processes, and develop the home into a successful and well-performing service.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the full commissioning process from pre-opening through to occupancy growthRecruit, train and develop a new teamDrive occupancy through marketing, networking and enquiry managementEnsure compliance with CQC standards and maintain high-quality care deliveryManage budgets, staffing and overall performance of the homeBuild strong relationships with residents, families and external stakeholdersIdeal Candidate ProfileExperienced Home Manager within elderly residential / nursing carePrevious commissioning experience is essentialStrong understanding of CQC, governance and complianceCommercially aware with experience managing budgets and driving occupancyConfident leader with strong people management skillsAble to work in a fast-paced, start-up environmentWorking Pattern & BenefitsFull-time, MondayFriday with flexibility as requiredSalary up to 75,000 depending on experienceOpportunity to lead a brand new service from the ground upSupportive structure and long-term career opportunitiesInterested? Contact Lisa at Bright Selection for more information.Bright Selection advertises roles on behalf of our clients. If you do not hear back from us within 3 days of your application, unfortunately you have not been successful on this occasion, however we may keep your details on our database for future roles & if we do so you will receive an email letting you know this.

Created: 2026-04-30