Job Title: Interim Nursing Home Manager
Location: Birmingham
Duration: Interim (6-Months)
Salary: £52k
Job Overview:
Claire at Amber Mace is recruiting for an experienced interim Home Manager to oversee the daily operations of a nursing home in Birmingham. This role requires an individual with strong turnaround experience who can lead the home through significant improvements and prepare it for a CQC inspection. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of regulatory compliance, staff management, and a commitment to delivering high-quality care.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee the day-to-day management of the nursing home, ensuring the highest standards of care for residents are consistently met.
Lead the home through a comprehensive review and improvement process to ensure readiness for a successful CQC inspection.
Implement necessary changes in line with CQC’s key lines of enquiry (KLOEs) to ensure compliance with all relevant regulations.
Work closely with staff and senior leadership to drive a culture of continuous improvement and high standards of care.
Conduct performance reviews, offer training, and provide support to ensure staff are motivated, skilled, and compliant with relevant policies and procedures.
Monitor and assess the quality of care delivered to residents, addressing any areas of concern or improvement.
Manage budgets, resources, and staffing levels to ensure the efficient operation of the home.
Liaise with external stakeholders, including family members, healthcare professionals, and regulatory bodies.
Act as the designated safeguarding lead, ensuring the home complies with all safeguarding procedures and policies.
Key Requirements:
Proven experience as a Nursing Home Manager or similar leadership role, ideally within a turnaround setting.
Strong understanding of CQC regulations and the inspection process, with experience preparing homes for successful inspections.
A track record of successfully improving care home performance and delivering results in a short timeframe.
Leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and lead a diverse team.
A clear commitment to providing person-centred care and ensuring the safety and well-being of residents.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively manage relationships with staff, residents, families, and external agencies.
A relevant nursing qualification (RGN or RMN) and current NMC registration.
An understanding of financial management and budgeting in a care home environment.
Desirable:
Experience with CQC inspections and achieving “Good” or “Outstanding” ratings.
Level 5 in Leadership & Management
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV to or call Claire at Amber mace on (phone number removed) to discuss further details