Commissioning Manager - £70-£75k & Bonus

Commissioning Manager – Care Home
Location: East & West Sussex Borders
Salary: £70,000 - £75,000 + Bonus

Lead Something Extraordinary
When was the last time you felt truly proud of something you were responsible for creating? A project you owned, shaped, and made into a huge success? If you’re ready for your next big challenge, this Commissioning Manager role could be perfect for you.

The Opportunity
Amber Mace are working with an exceptional, premium client of ours who are on the lookout for an experienced Registered Manager to lead the commissioning and long-term success of a brand-new residential care home in a beautiful rural location on the East & West Sussex borders. This is more than just opening a home, it’s about building a thriving, high-quality service from day one that is dedicated to providing the highest quality of care!

What You’ll Be Doing
• Overseeing the full commissioning process, from setup to successful launch.
• Recruiting, training, and developing a top-tier care team.
• Ensuring outstanding care, compliance, and operational excellence.
• Managing budgets, P&L, and financial performance to ensure long-term success.
• Building strong relationships with local authorities, families, and the wider community.
• Driving occupancy and establishing the home as a provider of choice.

What We’re Looking For
• Proven Leadership – Experience as a Registered Manager in a residential care setting, ideally with commissioning experience.
• Stability & Commitment – A track record of success and longevity in previous roles.
• Private Care Home Expertise – An understanding of marketing, business development, and occupancy growth.
• Commercial Acumen – Strong experience in managing P&L and meeting business targets.
• Inspirational Leadership – Ability to build, develop, and lead a high-performing team.
• Vision & Passion – A drive to create a best-in-class care home that excels in both quality and commercial success.

What’s on offer?
• A rare opportunity to shape and lead a premium care home from day one.
• Competitive salary of £70,000 - £75,000 + Quarterly Bonus.
• Full autonomy to build a high-quality, successful service.
• Work with a provider that is committed to excellence in care.
• Free Mental Health Support Scheme

If you have the skills, experience, and ambition to make this home a standout success, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply or call Harry at Amber Mace on (phone number removed).