Home Manager (Registered Manager)

Salary: £70,000 to £75,000 (depending on experience)

About Us

Serencroft Care Homes is an independent care provider operating five residential and nursing homes across England, including Gable Court in Romford. We are CQC-regulated and B Corp certified, and we work in partnership with NHS commissioners and local universities to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. We are looking for an experienced, values-led Home Manager to lead Gable Court and build on its position as a safe, high-quality home for residents and a great place to work for staff.

The Role

As Home Manager, you will hold overall responsibility for the day-to-day leadership, operational performance and quality of care at Gable Court, acting as the home's CQC Registered Manager. You'll lead a multidisciplinary team, manage the home's budget and resources, and be the driving force behind a culture of safe, compassionate, person-centred care - working closely with residents, families, commissioners and the wider Serencroft leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the home's CQC Registered Manager, holding responsibility for regulatory compliance and statutory notifications
• Lead, motivate and develop the home's staff team, including recruitment, supervision, appraisal and performance management
• Ensure compliance with CQC fundamental standards and all relevant health and social care legislation
• Drive continuous improvement in care quality and safety, working towards and maintaining strong CQC ratings
• Manage the home's budget, occupancy and resources effectively
• Oversee care planning, risk assessment and safeguarding practices across the home
• Build and maintain strong relationships with residents, families, NHS commissioners, local authorities and other stakeholders
• Lead on internal audits, external inspections and quality assurance processes
• Champion Serencroft's values and B Corp commitments in the day-to-day running of the home
• Report regularly to the senior leadership team on performance, quality and compliance

• This job description is not an exhaustive statement of the job. Other duties may need to be undertaken commensurate with this position.
• This is not a sponsorship role.

• Proven experience as a Registered Manager within a CQC-regulated care or nursing home - essential
• NVQ/QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (or working towards equivalent qualification)
• Track record of leading a care home to strong CQC outcomes
• Strong working knowledge of CQC regulations, safeguarding practices and relevant health and social care legislation
• Excellent leadership, communication and people-management skills
• Right to work in the UK
• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check

• Ongoing training and career development within a multi-site care group
• Opportunity to take up NVQ once successfully completing probation period.
• A supportive, values-led team environment
• Refer-a-friend bonus - up to £200!
• Employee of the quarter - opportunity to potentially win tickets to sporting events orpurchasing vouchers foramazing brands and so much more!

• Ongoing training and career development within a multi-site care group
• Opportunity to take up NVQ once successfully completing probation period.
• A supportive, values-led team environment
• Refer-a-friend bonus - up to £200!
• Blue Light Card Eligibility Employee of the quarter - opportunity to potentially win tickets to sporting events
• orpurchasing vouchers foramazing brands and so much more!

Serencroft Care Homes is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of background.

Serencroft Care Homes - CQC-regulated, B Corp certified, working in partnership with the NHS and local universities.

Location: Gable Court, Romford, RM6 4AZ

Role: Home Manager (Registered Manager)

Salary: £70,000 to £75,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: 40 hours per week

Posted: 30 September 2026

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