Residential Home Manager | Elderly Residential & Dementia Care | Maidstone, Kent

Residential Home Manager | Elderly Residential & Dementia Care | Kent

Location: Maidstone, Kent
Salary: £42,000 per annum
Contracted Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Shifts: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Requirement: NVQ Level 5 in Health & Social Care (or working towards)

This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and compassionate Residential Home Manager to lead a beautifully presented elderly care service in Kent, supporting residents requiring both residential and dementia care.

The home offers a warm, welcoming, and tranquil setting — thoughtfully designed to promote comfort, dignity, and independence. Surrounded by peaceful gardens and bright communal spaces, it provides a true sense of home, where residents enjoy afternoon tea on the patio, socialising in the conservatory, or relaxing in one of the spacious lounge areas.

The service has an excellent reputation for its high standards of care and long-standing, dedicated team. Staff receive ongoing training in key areas including manual handling, infection control, and first aid — ensuring the very best in safety and quality. The home also benefits from strong professional links with local GPs, district nurses, and other healthcare partners, ensuring residents receive holistic and responsive care.

As the Home Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day leadership and operational management of the service — driving quality, compliance, and team performance while maintaining a warm, person-centred culture.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident, values-led manager or an ambitious deputy ready to take the next step, joining a stable home with an excellent local reputation and strong senior support.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the care team to deliver exceptional, person-centred care.
• Oversee all operational aspects, ensuring full compliance with CQC regulations.
• Drive continuous improvement across care quality, safety, and service delivery.
• Manage budgets, occupancy levels, and staffing resources effectively.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive team culture focused on kindness and respect.
• Oversee care planning, risk management, and medication processes.
• Maintain excellent relationships with residents, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Ensure a safe, nurturing environment that feels like home for every resident.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 5 in Health & Social Care (or working towards)
• Proven experience as a Registered, Residential, or Deputy Manager within elderly care
• In-depth understanding of CQC standards and compliance frameworks
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• A compassionate, hands-on approach to management
• Experience in elderly and dementia care essential
• Strong financial and operational awareness desirable

Benefits

• £42,000 per annum
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Supportive regional and senior management team
• Positive and stable staffing structure
• Opportunity to shape service culture and lead meaningful improvement
• Ongoing professional development and internal progression opportunities

Interview Process

Stage 1: Informal Phone Interview
Stage 2: Formal Interview and home visit with Directors

Location

This role is based in Maidstone, Kent and is easily commutable from:
Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks, Sittingbourne, Ashford, Chatham, Rochester, and Paddock Wood.

Recommendations

Compass Associates Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultant for this permanent vacancy. We offer £200 of John Lewis Vouchers for each successful candidate recommended by you.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced care leader passionate about delivering outstanding residential and dementia care — and looking to make a real difference in a homely, supportive environment — we would love to hear from you.

Contact: Joshua Drewry – 02392 313043
Email: [email protected]