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Commissioning Nursing Home Manager
Commissioning Home Manager (Nursing Home)
Edinburgh
Salary up to £80,000 per annum (inclusive of performance-related bonus)
Full Time | Excellent Staff Benefits
An exciting and rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced and driven Commissioning Home Manager to play a pivotal role in the development and launch of a new, purpose-built nursing home in Edinburgh.
This role is ideal for a commercially astute, resilient, and visionary leader who thrives on building services from the ground up. You will lead the commissioning phase end-to-end, shaping the culture, recruiting and developing the team, embedding quality frameworks, and driving occupancy as the home opens and grows.
The provider has a strong reputation for high-quality, person-centred care and is committed to investing in both people and infrastructure. You will be supported by an experienced senior leadership team while being given genuine autonomy to make the service your own.
This is a standout opportunity for someone who wants to leave a legacy, not just manage an existing service.
About the Commissioning Home Manager role and what's on offer:
Permanent, full-time contract – 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday, with flexibility during commissioning phase)
Salary up to £80,000 per annum inclusive of performance-related bonus
Attractive bonus structure linked to successful commissioning milestones, occupancy growth, and quality outcomes
30 days annual leave
Opportunity to lead a brand-new, purpose-built nursing home from pre-opening through to full occupancy
Full autonomy to recruit, develop, and shape a high-performing, values-led team
Strong senior management support throughout the commissioning and stabilisation phases
Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development
Genuine long-term career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
What we're looking for in a Commissioning Home Manager:
Proven experience as a Commissioning Home Manager, or an experienced Nursing Home Manager with demonstrable commissioning or turnaround experience
NMC Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN/RNLD) preferred
Exceptional non-nurse candidates will be considered where they can evidence significant experience commissioning nursing homes and leading clinical teams
Hold a recognised care management qualification (e.g. SVQ/NVQ Level 5, RMA, or Diploma Level 5)
Strong understanding of commissioning processes, registrations, and inspections (CI / CQC / Care Inspectorate)
Demonstrable experience recruiting teams from scratch and embedding strong culture and governance frameworks
Highly commercial, with a proven track record of driving occupancy, managing budgets, and delivering sustainable growth
Confident, visible leader with excellent stakeholder management skills, including regulators, local authorities, and families
Highly organised, resilient, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
This role offers a rare chance to commission and lead a flagship service, shaping everything from operational standards to team culture, while being rewarded with an industry-leading package.
To apply, please follow the link provided.
Alternatively, contact Katrusia Prodywus at PSR Solutions on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.
Please note any offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS/PVG/Access NI check and employment reference checks in addition to verification of UK professional registration (if applicable), right to work in the UK and Occupational Health clearance.
PSR Solutions is an equal opportunities recruiter and applications are welcome from anyone meeting the specified criteria regardless of age, gender, race/ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, sexual orientation or any other personal circumstances.
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£50000 – £80000/annum