Assistant Care Home Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Beautiful countryside working environ.

Progress within organisation

Supportive management team

Job summary

Avon Search & Selection is recruiting an experienced Assistant Care Home Manager for a luxury retirement home in Battle, East Sussex. The role is full-time and offers a salary of £37,440 per annum, with responsibilities supporting the Registered Manager and leading a compassionate care team to deliver high‑quality, person‑centred care to residents, including those living with dementia.

You will oversee daily operations, ensure compliance with CQC standards, contribute to staff training, care

Qualifications

• Previous senior or supervisory experience in a care home.
• A Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
• Good understanding of CQC regulations and care standards.
• Experience leading care teams.
• Knowledge of care planning, risk assessments and safeguarding.
• Experience or understanding of dementia care.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Hands-on, compassionate approach with a passion for high-quality elder care.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Senior care supervisory experience

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Dementia care understanding

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 organisation
• Opportunity to make a real difference to residents and staff
• Beautiful countryside working environment
• Rewarding leadership role within a welcoming care home