Nursing and Residential Home Manager | Elderly Care

Nursing and Residential Home Manager | Elderly Care

Ipswich, Suffolk

Salary:                        £70,000 per annum

Benefits:                    20% bonus potential + 27 days AL + BH + CPD + Uniform + Parking

Is providing the highest level of care important to you?

Are you looking to work with a supportive and growing care provider?

If so, then this could be the role for you!

We are working in partnership with a valued client in the beautiful coastal area of Suffolk, where an exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit a Nursing Home Manager for a residential and nursing care home.

Our client is passionate about redefining care for older people, creating homes where residents live meaningful, fulfilling lives in a modern, vibrant, and community-focused environment.

This home has a Good CQC rating, a carehome.co.uk review score of 9.9/10, and enjoys a strong reputation for delivering exceptional care, clinical excellence, and innovative, resident-led experiences.

The provider operates a portfolio of high-quality residential, nursing, and dementia communities across the UK and is undergoing significant investment into their homes, technology, and staff development. Their vision is to deliver sector-leading care experiences where staff feel valued, empowered, and truly able to make a difference every day.

Why this provider?

• Nationally recognised for excellence in elderly care services
• Strong investment into refurbishments, technology, and innovation
• A "Care from the Heart" culture where relationships, dignity, and independence are prioritised
• Clear leadership support structure from Regional and Operations teams
• Focused on career development through continuous CPD and leadership pathways
• Commitment to staff wellbeing, offering support, recognition, and career growth opportunities

If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of older people and want to be part of a provider that genuinely invests in their teams and communities, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary £70,000
• Up to 20% Bonus (potential total OTE £84,000)
• Annual pay reviews
• Continuous CPD training and leadership development
• Private healthcare
• Free uniform
• Free onsite parking
• Pension Scheme (5% employer contribution)
• 27 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• A supportive and innovative leadership team with strong clinical and operational backing
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing, forward thinking group

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Home Manager who can lead from the front and inspire a high-performing team.

Above all else, you'll promote resident independence, dignity, and choice, ensuring the highest standards of clinical and residential care are always maintained.

You will have a strong understanding of compliance requirements and the ability to commercially drive the service’s success, particularly within a private-pay environment.

Experience managing elderly care homes is essential, ideally combining both residential and nursing knowledge.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 5 in Health & Social Care or equivalent
• RGN qualification and active PIN desired but not essential
• Strong knowledge of the elderly care sector and regulatory frameworks
• Proven Home Manager experience with Good or Outstanding CQC outcomes
• Commercial acumen (occupancy, marketing, budget management)
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to provide cover and attend emergencies outside of normal working hours

Location

The home is located in Suffolk and is commutable from Ipswich, Woodbridge, Felixstowe, Aldeburgh, Framlingham, Martlesham Heath, Melton, Saxmundham, Wickham Market, Kesgrave, and surrounding areas.

Summary

We are seeking an experienced Nursing Home Manager to lead a well-established elderly care home based in Suffolk.

In return, our client is offering a competitive salary of £70,000, plus performance bonus and a comprehensive benefits package that will be discussed at interview stage.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a caring, forward-thinking organisation at an exciting stage of their journey.

Recommendations

Compass Associates Ltd are working in partnership on this vacancy. If you are not interested but know someone who is, we offer £200 in vouchers for each successful recommendation.

Contact details                                                                                        

If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity please contact Jon Mondey direct on 02393 874322. Alternatively email an updated CV to [email protected].