Care Home Manager

At Athena Care Homes, our vision is clear: We want to be the first choice for high-quality residential, nursing and dementia care, leaving a positive legacy within our communities.

To achieve this, we are guided by our values every day:

• Delivering authentic care,
• Making moments together,
• Celebrating every individual,
• Being there for one another,
• and keeping Passion at the heart of everything that we do!

We believe that strong, compassionate leadership is at the heart of every great care home. We are now looking for an inspirational Home Manager to lead Alex Wood House Care Home in Arbury, Cambridge – someone who will live and breathe our values, and ensure our home is a place where residents, families, and colleagues all feel a true sense of belonging.

About Alex Wood House Care Home: 
Alex Wood House is an exceptional residential home with a strong family feel. With 36 en-suite bedrooms, inviting communal spaces, and beautiful gardens, the home offers 24-hour residential care in a warm and welcoming environment.

Located in a peaceful nook of Arbury, just three miles from Cambridge city centre, Alex Wood House has built a reputation for its caring team and supportive community. Here, residents are at the heart of every decision, and every day is about making meaningful moments together.

Location: Fortescue Road, Cambridge, CB4 2JS – just 3 miles from the city centre.

About the Role

As Home Manager, you will:

• Lead with passion and purpose – inspiring and empowering your team to deliver outstanding care, always guided by Athena’s vision and values.
• Create a culture of authentic care – where dignity, respect, and kindness are central to every resident’s experience.
• Support and grow your team – recruiting, developing, and nurturing colleagues across care, clinical, hospitality and activities so they feel valued, supported, and proud of their work.
• Aim for excellence – driving high standards across the home and striving to achieve ‘Outstanding’ ratings within the CQC framework.
• Balance care with sustainability – managing budgets responsibly, ensuring resources are used wisely while never compromising on quality.

What We’re Looking For

• A strong, values-driven Registered Manager with extensive experience achieving an “Outstanding” rated care home, and a proven track record of delivering excellent outcomes whilst managing a high-performing team.
• Experience of working in partnership with local healthcare professionals and is confident with networking with local businesses and growing community engagement.
• Someone who understands that care is about people first – bringing empathy, warmth, and resilience to every challenge.
• Strong organisational and management skills, ideally with a Registered Managers Award / ILM 5 in Management or equivalent.

What We Offer

• The chance to lead a home where your leadership will have a lasting, positive impact.
• A supportive organisation that celebrates your achievements and values your ideas.
• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• 37.5 hours per week with the scope and flexibility to lead effectively.

If you are a passionate, values-led leader who believes in delivering authentic care, making moments together, and celebrating every individual, we would love to hear from you. Join us at Athena Care Homes and help us ensure Alex Wood House is a place where residents thrive, families feel reassured, and colleagues feel inspired.