Registered Home Manager - Rush Court Care Home

Annual Salary: £75k - £85k + benefits
Permanent / Full time
Rush Court - CQC rated Good
Rush Court Gardens Shillingford Rd, Wallingford OX10 8LJ

Elizabeth Finn is a leading care provider providing exceptional care throughout our eight prestigious care homes. Our company values are Bring Love, Inspire More, Act with Purpose and Welcome All.

The grounds at Rush Court are a haven of beauty and tranquillity, with long views across open country, water features and pleasant walkways. Our home offers outstanding levels of service and care in stylish and comfortable spaces that provide a warm welcome for all.

Its 47 en suite rooms provide both residential and nursing care on a long-term or short stay basis, as well as offering end of life care.

About the Role

We’re seeking an outstanding Registered Home Manager to lead Rush Court into its next chapter, ensuring that our residents and those who care for them can flourish.

In this vital leadership role, you will be at the forefront of driving a culture of excellence, and fostering an environment where our staff feel valued, supported, and engaged.

Lead the home with compassion, ensuring every resident feels safe, valued and supported to live a fulfilling and independent life
Take overall responsibility as Registered Manager, ensuring the home meets all CQC and regulatory standards while maintaining the highest quality of care
Support a thoughtful and person-centred admissions process, working closely with residents, families and healthcare professionals
Inspire and lead a dedicated team, creating a positive, inclusive culture where colleagues feel engaged, supported and proud of the care they provide
Oversee the day-to-day running of the home, including effective budget management, to ensure a high-quality and sustainable service
Work closely with People teams to nurture, develop and support colleagues throughout their journey
Build meaningful relationships with families, the local community and partners, while promoting the home and creating a welcoming, vibrant environment
Ensure that initiatives are developed and undertaken to maximise occupancy and revenue growth.

What we are looking for

A Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management (or equivalent), or a higher qualification in a related field
Experience of delivering high-quality, person-centred care within a care home setting for older people
A proven ability to lead, support and inspire a diverse team, creating a positive and inclusive environment
Strong communication skills, with the confidence to build trusted relationships with residents, families, colleagues and healthcare professionals
Confidence using IT systems to record, analyse and share information clearly and accurately
An understanding of best practice in clinical care and quality standards for older people
A proactive and collaborative approach, with a willingness to support marketing and engagement activities within the local community
The ability to meet the good character and health requirements set out in Regulation 7 of the Health and Social Care Act
Be a Registered General Nurse, or a Registered Mental Health Nurse (desirable)

To Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV and a cover letter that demonstrates their suitability for the role.

The deadline for applications is by 11:59pm on 31st May 2026.

The first stage of the process will be an interview via Teams and held on the week commencing 1st and 8th of June 2026.

The final stage of the process will be held in person at Rush Court Care Home on the 16th June 2026 and will be a combination of resident and staff discussion panels and a final panel interview.

For any queries or if your would like to arrange an informal chat please email us at recruitment@elizabethfinn.co.uk.

In return for the wonderful contribution our employees make we offer the following benefits:

Enhanced pay for family leave
30 days holiday per year plus Bank Holidays
Group pension plan with option to join the more generous scheme with a 9% employer contribution on a salary sacrifice basis
Opportunity to join company healthcare and cash plan schemes
Occupational sick pay after probation
PIN registration and revalidations paid
Wellbeing support through various initiatives including an employee assistance programme with free counselling and Mental Health First Aiders.
Opportunity to earn rewards via Care Friends which you can cash in when you choose
Free Blue Light card – provides members with thousands of amazing retail discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Long service awards
Apprenticeships, continuous learning and development, professional development and study support opportunities
Free DBS unless leaving during probation
Free on-site parking
Subsidised meals while on duty

Safeguarding:

In the process of recruitment, selection and appointment Elizabeth Finn Homes implement a range of procedures and actions including Police/Enhanced DBS Checks to ensure our employees, residents and everyone is safeguarded, and abuse is prevented. This is in line with our company values, which are Bring Love, Inspire More, Act with Purpose and Welcome All.

Criminal record checks:

As this role involves a regulated activity, successful applicants will undertake an enhanced DBS check, with barred lists check, and any offer of employment will be dependent on a satisfactory outcome. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar a person from working for us, this will depend on the circumstances and background of any record.

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging:

Elizabeth Finn strives to treat all staff equally and be a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone can be themselves and everyone accepts each other’s differences.

Our ambition is to ensure equality and celebrate diversity, working together to create an inclusive workplace, which attracts, nurtures and retains the best people.

Elizabeth Finn Homes do not currently provide sponsorship, but we welcome applications from those who have a right work in the UK.