Job Introduction
Commissioning Home Manager – Exciting New Opportunity
Location: New Nursing & Dementia Home at Westgate-on-Sea, Kent
Salary: £75k per annum
Start Date: Summer 2025
At Avante Care & Support, we’re not just a care provider—we’re a community making a difference. As a not-for-profit organisation, we proudly support over 1,000 older people with high-quality nursing and dementia care in our homes and home care services.
We’re looking for a Commissioning Home Manager to spearhead the launch and ongoing success of a brand-new, 70 bed, purpose-built care facility. This is a rare opportunity to shape the culture and establish outstanding standards of care right from day one.
You will be a passionate and driven nurse with an active NMC pin, ready to take the lead on a brand new care home from the ground up.
- What we’re looking for:
✅ Active NMC pin – Registered Nurse (RGN)
✅ Proven leadership in a care home setting
✅ Deep knowledge of CQC standards and a track record of strong leadership.
✅ Passion for delivering exceptional person-centred care
✅ Experience in commissioning or opening new services (ideal, not essential)
What you’ll be doing:
️ Overseeing the full commissioning process of the home
Recruiting, mentoring, and leading a high-performing team
Managing budgets, occupancy, and compliance
Creating a warm, welcoming, and safe environment for residents and staff
What’s in it for you?
✨ Excellent salary package and benefits
✨ Be part of a team that values people, delivers exceptional care, and fosters growth.
✨ Supportive senior management and development opportunities
✨ Be part of an exciting, forward-thinking care group
Interested? Apply today, this is your chance to lead something truly special from the very beginning.