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Care Home Manager – York
Salary: £35,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (flexible hours to meet the needs of the home)
Location: York

Are you a compassionate leader with a passion for high-quality, person-centred care? We’re looking for a dedicated Care Home Manager to take the reins of a beautiful, small residential care home in York.

This is a family-run care home with over 30 years of history, a loyal staff team, and a heart-warming “home away from home” atmosphere. From our stunning back garden to regular mid-week visits from a pianist, we create a comforting environment where both residents and staff feel truly valued.

About the Home:
A small, well-established care home with a reputation for genuine warmth and exceptional care
Gorgeous landscaped garden — perfect for sunny afternoons and social activities
Weekly entertainment including live piano music
Longstanding, highly experienced senior carers who know the residents like family
A calming, homely environment that puts comfort and dignity first

Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring the highest standards of care
Inspire, support and develop the team, building a positive, stable staff culture
Oversee care planning, audits, medication, and compliance with CQC regulations
Work closely with residents, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure personalised care
Take responsibility for health and safety, safeguarding, and risk management
Manage staffing levels, rotas, recruitment, and team development
Ensure the home maintains its warm, welcoming environment and excellent local reputation
Uphold the values of a family-run, person-first service

About You:
Experienced in managing or leading within a residential or nursing care setting
NVQ Level 3 or above (Level 5 desirable or willingness to work towards)
Strong understanding of CQC standards and a passion for quality care
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Warm, approachable, and hands-on in your approach to management
Able to adapt working hours to meet the needs of the home

Why Join Us?
A truly supportive, close-knit team who care as much for each other as they do the residents
Long-term, stable staff team — you’ll be walking into a well-run, settled service
A home where your ideas and input will be genuinely valued
The feel of a family-run home, with none of the pressure of a corporate environment

Interested?
If this role sounds like a good fit for you, please get in touch today.
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