Nursing Home Operations Manager

Operations Manager / Area Manager / Regional Manager – Nursing Homes (RGN or RMN Qualified)

Dorset | Multi‑Site Nursing Homes (5 Homes)

Competitive Salary + Benefits | Full‑Time, Permanent

We are recruiting an experienced Operations Manager / Area Manager to oversee five nursing homes in Dorset. This senior leadership opportunity is for a RGN or RMN qualified nurse with strong experience in nursing home management, multi‑site operations, CQC compliance and clinical governance.

• Operational and clinical leadership across multiple nursing homes
• Line management, coaching and performance oversight of Home Managers
• Ensure consistent CQC compliance, safeguarding, MCA & DoLS across all services
• Drive quality improvement, innovation and best practice, including technology‑enabled care
• Lead service improvement, turnaround and performance management where required
• Oversee occupancy, staffing, budgets and operational KPIs
• Build strong relationships with CQC, commissioners, MDTs, residents and families
• Ensure outstanding, person‑centred care is delivered at all times

• RGN or RMN qualified (NMC registered)
• Proven experience in Nursing Home Management
• Experience in multi‑site, area, regional or operations management or nursing home managers looking to step up
• Strong knowledge of CQC regulations, clinical governance and safeguarding
• Track record of delivering high‑quality care and positive CQC outcomes
• Commercial and operational awareness
• Passion for innovation, digital systems and modern care delivery
• Excellent leadership, communication and decision‑making skills

• Experienced Operations / Area / Regional Managers in elderly or nursing care
• Nursing Home Managers with strong history managing successful nursing homes looking to progress
• Nurse qualified care home managers or experienced operations manager candidates with strong knowledge of the nursing home sector

• Senior leadership role with real influence across multiple services
• Organisation committed to innovation, technology and continuous improvement
• Supportive senior team and clear strategic vision
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to genuinely raise standards and improve lives

Apply now with your CV
Early applications encouraged.