About the role

Are you an experienced Care Home Manager ready to co-lead a modern, purpose-built nursing home? Downham Grange in Downham Market is seeking a strong, collaborative leader to take on a joint managerial role in our 62-bed home, delivering high-quality nursing care.

Downham Grange offers luxury facilities with a focus on resident wellbeing. The home is set close to the town centre, with excellent transport links across West Norfolk and Cambridgeshire. All rooms are single occupancy with en-suite facilities, set within a bright, modern environment.

You will share responsibility with a fellow Registered Manager, with clear responsibilities defined between the two of you to ensure effective leadership and ongoing compliance with CQC requirements.

You’ll be supported externally by dedicated Operations and Central teams, and within the home you will have the support of a Deputy Manager, Unit Managers, Hospitality Manager and Administrator. These teams will collaborate with you to ensure smooth operations and exceptional care for our residents.

Reports to: Operations Manager

• Jointly manage all aspects of the home’s operations in line with CQC and regulatory standards with specific responsibilities.
• Ensure that the home meets all regulatory requirements, including those set by the CQC, and maintain excellent standards of care and support.
• Manage the home’s budget, ensuring that financial targets are met and costs are effectively managed.
• Develop and implement a well-thought-out marketing plan to maintain full occupancy and promote the home’s services to potential residents, families, and stakeholders.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with residents, families, and all stakeholders, responding effectively to their needs and concerns.

Skills and attributes

• Minimum 3 years’ experience managing or co-managing a care/nursing home.
• In-depth knowledge of CQC standards and care regulations.
• Skilled in staff recruitment, retention, and development.
• Confident communicator with strong leadership credentials.
• Commercially astute with an eye for occupancy and growth opportunities.
• Committed to community engagement and local reputation building.
• Able to inspire a team and lead by example.

You’ll step into a collaborative leadership role with shared responsibility in a modern, well-equipped home. Backed by experienced internal teams and external operational support, you''ll have the tools to focus on delivering high standards of care, driving occupancy, and leading a motivated workforce. With opportunities for ongoing professional development, this is a chance to make a lasting impact within a respected service at the heart of the local community.

Make your next move count – join us at Downham Grange.