Home Manager

Contract:

Full Time

Lead with Heart in the Heart of EdinburghWe're looking for a rare kind of leader, someone who believes that great care starts with great people. Someone who leads by example, listens before they speak, and knows that person-centred care isn't just a philosophy, it's a daily commitment to putting people first.At Struan Lodge Care Home, we need a Home Manager who can bring out the best in a loyal and capable team, guide a small and well-loved service with confidence, and build a culture rooted in kindness, respect, and accountability. You'll be someone who sets high standards and supports others to reach them. You'll understand the responsibility that comes with this role, but also the joy and deep sense of purpose it brings.Whether you're a nurse-qualified leader stepping into your first management role, or an experienced Home Manager looking for a home where your values truly align, this is your chance to shape something special.Role details:Location: Struan Lodge Care Home, 54 Balgreen Avenue, Edinburgh, EH12 5SU EH12 5SUSalary: Up to £55,000 Depending on experience.Bonus: up to 40% annual bonus.Qualifications: Nurse-qualified leader preferred.Why this role is available:This opportunity has arisen as our current Home Manager has progressed to lead another service within the Care Concern Group. We're proud to promote from within and support our leaders to grow their careers across our family of homes, this transition is a great example of that commitment in action.About You:You'll be stepping into a home where the foundations are already strong, a loyal and capable team, a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and a shared sense of pride in the care delivered every day. As Home Manager, your role is to nurture that culture, bring fresh energy, and lead by example. You'll need more than clinical knowledge or operational experience (though both are essential). You'll need emotional intelligence, the ability to listen deeply, communicate clearly, and make decisions with both head and heart. Whether you're resolving a challenge with calm professionalism or celebrating a small win with your team, you'll lead in a way that earns trust and inspires confidence. You'll bring a hands-on approach to leadership, visible, approachable, and fully engaged with residents, families, and staff. You'll know how to create structure without stifling innovation, and how to encourage accountability while maintaining compassion.To thrive in this role, you'll have:

• A background in nursing or clinical care (ideal but not essential)
• Previous experience in a leadership or deputy role within a care home setting
• A strong grasp of regulatory compliance and quality frameworks
• The ability to manage budgets, resources, and rotas effectively
• A genuine passion for providing outstanding care and supporting your team to do the same

Above all, you'll believe in creating a place where people feel seen, safe, and supported for both the residents who live here, and the colleagues who work alongside you.About Struan Lodge Care Home:Struan Lodge is a warm, welcoming care home nestled in the leafy suburb of Balgreen, just outside Edinburgh's lively city centre. With peaceful gardens and a close-knit community feel, it offers the perfect blend of calm and connection.Home to just 30 residents, we provide personalised Nursing, Residential, Dementia, and Respite Care with warmth and compassion. Our most recent Care Inspectorate report reflects our high standards, with consistent scores of 4s and a 5 - and we're proud to be rated 9.2 on carehome by the people who matter most.Struan Lodge is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned provider with over 100 care homes across the UK. We believe in delivering care to the highest standard, and our five core values guide everything we do:Trust Respect Passion Kindness InclusivityThese values define who we are and underpin everything we do, from the smallest interaction to the most complex care. If you live by these principles, this is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference.

In return for your leadership, we offer up to £55,000 salary with a potential 40% bonus, alongside excellent professional development pathways, peer mentorship, and the genuine satisfaction of knowing your work truly matters.

If you're ready to lead with purpose, compassion and pride, we'd love to welcome you to the next chapter of your career here at Struan Lodge! - Apply now and help us shape something special, every single day.