Interim Manager

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 (url removed) or call Claire at Amber mace on (phone number removed) to discuss further details.