General Manager

Posted 21 hours 8 minutes ago by Hartford Care Ltd

Permanent
Not Specified
Other
Oxfordshire, Witney, United Kingdom, OX281
Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic, experienced, and compassionate General Manager to lead and manage the day-to-day operations of a 28bedresidential care home in Witney (OX28 3JG). You will take full accountability for clinical and non-clinical operations, ensuring exceptional care standards and regulatory compliance while promoting a warm, person-centred environment for residents and staff.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage all operational, financial, and care-related functions of the home
  • Ensure full compliance with CQC Fundamental Standards, company policies, and other regulatory requirements
  • Deliver high-quality, person-centred care that supports residents' physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being
  • Oversee recruitment, training, supervision, and performance management of the staff team
  • Ensure accurate care planning, medication administration, and safeguarding practices
  • Manage occupancy levels, liaise with external stakeholders, and promote strong community links
  • Maintain rigorous quality assurance systems through regular audits, meetings, and reporting
  • Be a visible, positive role model, upholding the values and brand standards of the organisation

What We're Looking For

  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
  • Proven leadership experience in a residential care setting
  • Strong understanding of CQC requirements and person-centred care principles
  • Excellent communication, organisational, and time management skills
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a team
  • Solid IT skills and confidence managing budgets and resources
  • Experience supporting residents living with dementia
  • A flexible, hands-on approach to care home management

Why work for us?

  • Occupational sick pay
  • Free meals on shift in care homes
  • Annual pay reviews
  • Life Insurance
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
  • Recruitment referral fee
  • Blue Light discounts
  • Free DBS Check
  • Salary sacrifice schemes
  • Access to Wagestream - access to earned wages before payday and schemes to help you save.

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.