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Peripatetic Home Manager
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 28.85 - 33.65 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: IP31, Stowlangtoft, Suffolk
Expire in: a month
Job Description
This role is working in localised regions of Essex, Suffolk and Norfolk
Role Purpose
To provide expert leadership and operational support across multiple care homes, stepping in as interim Home Manager where needed. The Peripatetic Home Manager ensures continuity of care, maintains regulatory compliance, and drives service excellence during periods of vacancy, transition, or improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
* Step into Home Manager duties at short notice across designated homes
* Lead teams to deliver safe, effective, and person-centred care
* Ensure each home operates within CQC standards and organisational policies
* Support transitions during openings, inspections, or change management phases
Staff Management & Development
* Stabilise team culture during leadership gaps or staff challenges
* Conduct supervision and support performance reviews where needed
* Mentor Deputy Managers and emerging leaders for succession planning
* Deliver onboarding and oversight for new team members
Compliance & Governance
* Conduct internal audits and risk assessments, reporting findings to senior leadership
* Implement action plans to address regulatory shortfalls or operational risks
* Ensure robust documentation, care plans, and safeguarding protocols are in place
* Liaise with CQC, local authorities, and safeguarding teams when required
Resident Experience
* Champion dignity, wellbeing, and resident voice at all times
* Engage with families and professionals to support positive outcomes
* Respond to concerns promptly and implement service improvements
* Promote enriching activities and nutritional standards tailored to each home
Key Relationships
* Regional Operations Team
* Clinical Leads and Deputy Managers
* Registered Home Managers
* Support Functions (HR, Training, Quality Team)
Person Specification
Essential
* Proven experience as a Home Manager in residential or nursing care
* Thorough understanding of CQC regulations and governance frameworks
* Strong leadership, crisis management, and change delivery skills
* Ability to travel extensively across the region (car owner/driver)
Desirable
* NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management or equivalent
* Experience across dementia, nursing, and complex care services
* Familiarity with electronic care planning and reporting systems
What We Offer
Competitive salary of £60,000 - £70,000 per annum depending on experience
Holiday allowance of 34 days (inclusive of Bank Holidays).
NEST Pension
Annual performance-based 20% bonus
Car Allowance - £6,000
Opportunities for personal and professional development
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