Regional Manager - Elderly Care

Workman''s Recruitment is collaborating with a leading elderly care organisation to recruit a dynamic Regional Manager. This position presents an outstanding opportunity to drive excellence across multiple care facilities, leading their dedicated teams while ensuring exceptional care standards are met for elderly residents throughout the East Midlands.

About the Role

This is a senior leadership position within a values-driven organisation committed to putting people first. As Regional Manager, you will serve as the vital link between senior leadership and frontline care home managers, making a meaningful impact on resident care quality. You will provide strategic oversight and hands-on leadership to up to six care home managers, focusing on operational excellence, quality improvement, and business growth.

Location

You will be covering the East Midlands area, requiring regular travel to sites throughout your designated territory (up to 80+ miles daily when necessary).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and day-to-day management for up to six care home managers across the region
• Drive operational excellence, quality standards, and performance metrics across elderly nursing and residential facilities
• Maintain regulatory compliance and uphold care standards that achieve Good and Outstanding CQC inspection results
• Foster team development and create engaging work environments that build high-performing teams
• Manage financial performance across care homes, ensuring profitability through effective business insight
• Champion occupancy growth and recruitment initiatives as a confident organisational ambassador
• Monitor and enhance care delivery standards to ensure optimal outcomes for residents
• Cultivate positive relationships with key stakeholders, families, and regulatory authorities

Essential

• A minimum of two years current experience managing at least four elderly Nursing or Residential Care Homes in a regional capacity (preferred)
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent qualification), with willingness to pursue NVQ Level 5 or 7, OR current registered nurse status (preferred)
• Valid full UK driving license with flexibility for extensive regional travel
• Strong technology proficiency including email platforms, Microsoft Excel, Word, and various computer systems
• Demonstrated leadership excellence with ability to inspire and develop teams effectively
• Solid business understanding and strategic decision-making capabilities
• Outstanding communication abilities in both written and verbal formats

Package & Benefits

• Salary: -55,000 - -65,000 per annum
• Electric Company Vehicle & Charging Facilities at All Sites
• 15% Performance Bonus - paid quarterly
• 33 Days Annual Leave Including Bank Holidays
• Annual Performance-Related Salary Increases up to 20%
• Growth Shares (85%+)
• Company Pension Scheme with 3% Employer Contribution
• Recognition Program (convertible to vouchers/cash)
• Complete Funding for Professional Development and Qualifications
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program with Counselling Support

Working Hours

• Monday - Friday
• 8:00am - 5:00pm
• 1 hour lunch break