Salary guide
Care Home Manager
- Average salary
- £30,000 – £50,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
HealthcareSocial Care
- The UK has over 17,000 care homes
Other names this job is known by
- Residential Home Manager
- Registered Manager
Key responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations of a care home
- Lead and manage care staff
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
- Manage budgets and resources
- Liaise with families, healthcare professionals, and regulators
Skills and qualifications required
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care
- Experience in care settings
- Registration with CQC (for England)
- Leadership and management skills
- Safeguarding training
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Area Manager
- Regional Director
- Consultant
- Trainer
How to get the job
- Study health and social care
- Complete a relevant degree or diploma
- Gain experience in care settings
- Progress to management roles with further training
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