Home Manager (Nurse) based at Rushden Park, Rushden

Location:Rushden Park,Rushden
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £75,710 per annum - £78,739 per annum from April

For this role, we are currently considering candidates who live within approximately 15 miles of the Care Home. This ensures commutes are manageable and support your wellbeing and work-life balance. If you live outside this area but would still find the commute manageable, please get in touch – we are happy to review individual circumstances.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse to lead one of our MHA care homes as Home Manager. This is a senior leadership role with overall responsibility for clinical excellence, high-quality care delivery and the effective, sustainable management of the home.

As Home Manager, you will provide strong clinical and operational leadership, ensuring residents receive safe, person-centred care that meets their physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs. You will create a positive, supportive culture for residents, families and colleagues, living out MHA’s values every day.

What you will do

• Provide overall leadership and management of the home, creating a safe, caring and respectful environment for residents and colleagues.
• Lead, motivate and develop senior and wider teams through effective recruitment, induction, supervision, appraisal and performance management.
• Work “on the floor” alongside colleagues when required, offering visible clinical leadership, support and guidance.
• Ensure high-quality, person-centred care planning, reviews and admissions in line with regulatory and organisational requirements.
• Maintain clear accountability for medication management, clinical governance, health & safety and infection prevention.
• Promote residents’ dignity, independence, choice and involvement in all aspects of their care.
• Ensure zero tolerance of abuse or neglect and promote a strong safeguarding culture.
• Manage the home’s financial performance, ensuring budgets are controlled and resources are used effectively.
• Work closely with your Area Manager, Quality Business Partner and external professionals to drive continuous improvement.

About you

We are looking for a confident, values-led leader with strong clinical and management experience.

You will bring:

• 1st level Registered Nurse qualification with a current NMC PIN.
• A Level 4 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (or equivalent), or willingness to work towards this.
• 2–3 years’ experience in home management or a senior leadership role within a care setting.
• Strong clinical knowledge, including best practice in dementia care and complex needs.
• Proven experience of managing budgets, staffing levels and performance.
• Excellent communication, leadership and relationship-building skills.
• A flexible approach, including occasional travel, overnight stays or working shifts in exceptional circumstances.

Why join MHA?

You will be joining an organisation with strong values, a supportive leadership culture and a clear mission to help people live later life well. At MHA, Home Managers are empowered to lead with compassion, professionalism and integrity, while being fully supported to succeed.

Rewards and benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, you will enjoy:

• 35 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro-rota for part time).
• A strong pension scheme and life assurance
• Support with professional fees and leadership development
• Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support and access to our hardship fund
• Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family-friendly policies
• Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and the Vivup app
• Ongoing training, recognised qualifications and clear career progression
• Long service awards to celebrate your contribution

About the home

Rushden Park care home in Rushden

Rushden Park is a modern and welcoming nursing home where colleagues support residents with a range of needs in a safe and comfortable setting. The team atmosphere is positive and collaborative, helping new colleagues feel included and encouraged from day one.

Colleagues work together to provide high quality, person centred care that respects dignity and independence. A varied activities programme and spacious gardens give colleagues opportunities to be creative and to build meaningful relationships with residents.

For job seekers looking to develop their skills in nursing and residential care, Rushden Park offers a supportive environment, clear shared purpose and the chance to make a real difference.

For more information about the home, please click here

Please note that interviews may take place prior to the closing date and if a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early.

Recruitment agencies: please note, MHA do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies, regardless of whether they are on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). We only accept CVs from agencies that have been appointed and briefed by MHA’s Recruitment Team.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

MHA are fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as this is embedded in our values: respect, nurture and inspire. In addition, as a committed employer we have been awarded level 2 under the Disability Confident Scheme.

Please note that interviews may take place prior to the closing date and if a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early.

Recruitment agencies: please note, MHA do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies, regardless of whether they are on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). We only accept CVs from agencies that have been appointed and briefed by MHA’s Talent Acquisition Team.