Commissioning Manager – Elderly Residential Care

Commissioning Manager – Elderly Residential Care

Location: Hythe, Kent.

Salary: Up to £85,000 per annum + bonus

About the Role

Compass Associates are proud to partner with a respected and values-driven care group in the search for an experienced Commissioning Home Manager to lead the opening of a brand-new, luxury residential home within the Hythe area.

As the Commissioning Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping a high-quality service from day one — leading, inspiring, and building a dedicated team to deliver outstanding, person-centred care in a setting designed to feel like home.

The Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for a dynamic, compassionate leader with:

• A proven track record in successfully commissioning new elderly care homes
• Strong leadership and team-building skills, with a natural ability to inspire and motivate
• In-depth knowledge of CQC regulations, safeguarding protocols, and local authority processes
• Excellent relationship-building skills, both within your team and the local community
• A genuine passion for delivering the very best in elderly and dementia care

Key Requirements

• Experience in commissioning and managing elderly care homes.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, regulatory compliance, and budget management
• Strong leadership and team-building abilities
• A commitment to creating a home-from-home atmosphere where residents, families, and team members feel truly valued

Applications

Compass Associates Ltd are acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy. To register your interest, please contact Gareth Guyll directly on 02392 417 100 or email your CV to [email protected]

Referrals

Know someone who’d be perfect for this role? Refer them and receive a £200 John Lewis voucher upon a successful placement.