Assistant Care Home Manager

Avon Search; Battle; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£37,440 per annum

Full-time permanent

Supportive management team

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Progression opportunities

Make a difference

Countryside working environment

Leadership role

Job summary

Avon Search is seeking an experienced Assistant Care Home Manager for a luxury retirement home in Battle, East Sussex. This full-time role supports the Registered Manager, leads the care team and ensures safe, compassionate, person-centred care for up to 35 residents.

You will oversee care planning, staff supervision, audits and compliance with CQC standards, and you will be a senior point of contact within the home. The salary is £37,440 per annum.

Qualifications

• Senior or supervisory experience in a care home.
• Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of CQC regulations and care standards.
• Experience leading care teams and coordinating care plans.
• Knowledge of dementia care and safeguarding principles.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills; leadership by example.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with day-to-day running of the home.
• Lead, supervise and motivate the care team.
• Maintain high standards of person-centred care.
• Assist with care planning, assessments and reviews.
• Ensure compliance with CQC regulations and legislation.
• Maintain accurate care documentation and records.
• Support recruitment, induction, training and staff development.
• Conduct supervisions and staff performance management.
• Promote a positive, inclusive working environment.
• Support residents living with dementia and their needs.
• Liaise with residents, relatives and healthcare professionals.
• Assist audits, quality assurance and continuous improvement.
• Act as senior point of contact within the home when required.

Skills

Senior care experience

CQC regulations

Leading care teams

Care planning

Risk assessments

Safeguarding

Dementia care

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Motivating others

Compassionate approach

Education

A Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care or equivalent

Job description

Assistant Care Home Manager – Full Time – Luxury Retirement Home – AV2103

Location: Battle, East Sussex
Pay: £37,440.00 per annum
Hours: Full Time

About the Home

Nestled within the peaceful countryside close to the historic town of Battle, this welcoming care home provides a calm and supportive environment for older people, including those living with dementia.

Set within extensive grounds and surrounded by trees, the home enjoys beautiful countryside views and offers a tranquil setting designed to enhance residents’ wellbeing and quality of life.

Registered for up to 35 residents, the home provides a warm, homely atmosphere where individuals receive personalised care while maintaining their dignity, independence and choice.

The home prides itself on creating a genuine home-from-home environment where residents feel safe, valued and supported by a dedicated and experienced team.

The home offers:

• Peaceful countryside setting close to Battle
• Extensive grounds and beautiful countryside views
• Care for up to 35 older residents
• Specialist dementia care
• 24-hour care and support
• Safe, secure and enabling environment
• Warm, homely and welcoming atmosphere
• Person-centred care focused on dignity and wellbeing
• Experienced and dedicated team

The Role

We are recruiting an experienced and motivated Assistant Care Home Manager to support the day-to-day management of this welcoming care home in Battle.

Working closely with the Registered Manager, you will help lead and motivate the care team, ensuring the highest standards of care are consistently delivered. You will play a key role in the smooth running of the home, supporting staff, overseeing care provision and ensuring residents receive safe, compassionate and person-centred support.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced senior care professional looking to take the next step in their management career.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the home
• Leading, supervising and motivating the care team
• Ensuring high standards of person-centred care are maintained
• Supporting staff with care planning, assessments and reviews
• Ensuring compliance with CQC regulations and relevant legislation
• Monitoring care documentation and maintaining accurate records
• Supporting recruitment, induction, training and staff development
• Conducting supervisions and assisting with staff performance management
• Promoting a positive, supportive and inclusive working environment
• Supporting residents living with dementia and ensuring their individual needs are met
• Liaising with residents, relatives, healthcare professionals and external agencies
• Assisting with audits, quality assurance and continuous improvement
• Acting as a senior point of contact within the home when required

About You

We are looking for a confident, compassionate and organised care professional with previous senior or supervisory experience who is ready to develop their management career.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience in a senior care or supervisory position within a care home
• A Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care or equivalent
• A good understanding of CQC regulations and care standards
• Experience supporting and leading care teams
• Knowledge of care planning, risk assessments and safeguarding
• Experience or an understanding of dementia care
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• The ability to lead by example and motivate others
• A compassionate, professional and hands-on approach
• A genuine passion for delivering high-quality care to older people

Benefits & Perks

• £37,440.00 per annum
• Full-time permanent opportunity
• Supportive management team
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunities to progress within the organisation
• Opportunity to make a real difference to residents and staff
• Beautiful countryside working environment
• Rewarding leadership role within a welcoming care home