Commissioning Manager in Deal, Kent

This is an exciting opportunity to lead the commissioning of a brand-new luxury care home for a privately owned, premium care provider.

We are working with an established and growing private care group with a reputation for delivering high-quality, person-centred care within beautifully designed, luxury care environments. With a brand-new home in Deal, Kent, due to open in Spring 2027, they are looking to appoint an experienced Commissioning Manager to lead the service through its pre-opening phase and into successful operation.

This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in bringing a new service to life. You will have the opportunity to build a team from the ground up, establish the culture and standards of the home, develop relationships within the local community and ensure the service is fully prepared to welcome its first residents.

As Commissioning Manager, you will take ownership of the operational readiness of the home, overseeing recruitment, team development, regulatory preparation, occupancy growth and the establishment of effective systems and processes. Working closely with the senior leadership team, you will ensure the home opens successfully and delivers the high standards of care, hospitality and resident experience expected of a premium provider.

We're looking for an experienced manager with a strong understanding of commissioning new services or successfully managing a care home through its early stages. You'll be commercially aware, highly organised and confident in building relationships with local authorities, healthcare professionals, residents and families. Above all, you'll have the leadership ability and passion to create a positive culture and establish a service where residents can thrive.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the commissioning and operational preparation of the new home ahead of its planned opening.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive pre-opening plan, ensuring all key milestones are achieved.
• Oversee the recruitment, selection and on boarding of the home's team, building a strong and values-led workforce.
• Establish effective operational systems, policies and procedures to ensure the home is fully prepared for opening.
• Ensure regulatory requirements, CQC registration and compliance arrangements are in place.
• Drive occupancy growth through effective marketing, networking and relationship building.
• Build strong relationships with local authorities, commissioning teams, healthcare professionals and other key stakeholders.
• Ensure the home is appropriately staffed, with effective training, supervision and development arrangements in place.
• Establish a positive team culture, promoting high standards of care, hospitality and resident experience.
• Oversee budgets, resources and operational expenditure, maintaining strong commercial awareness throughout the commissioning process.
• Ensure the home is ready to deliver safe, high-quality care from the first day of operation.
• Take responsibility for the successful transition from commissioning into the day-to-day running of the home.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a senior management role within the care home sector.
• Previous experience of commissioning a new care home or leading a service through a significant development or opening phase would be highly advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of CQC regulations, compliance and operational requirements.
• A track record of recruiting, developing and leading high-performing teams.
• Commercially aware, with an understanding of occupancy growth, budgets and operational performance.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with external stakeholders.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver against key deadlines.
• A strong understanding of person-centred care and a genuine commitment to delivering an exceptional resident experience.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care, or equivalent, would be advantageous.

Salary of £80,000–£85,000.

For further information please contact Chloe at Bright Selection.

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