Care Home Manager

Leonard Cheshire; Brighton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected national charity is seeking a Service Manager for Sobell Lodge in London. The role requires exceptional leadership and management skills to ensure high-quality, person-centred care for adults with disabilities. You will lead your team, oversee compliance with regulations, and manage budgets while facilitating a supportive and empowering environment. The ideal candidate will possess relevant qualifications and experience in the care sector, along with a passion for improving lives.

Benefits

Access to 40% earned pay before payday

Free Blue Light Card

Free DBS check

Excellent contributory pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Cash Health Plan

Comprehensive training

Career development opportunities

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven management or supervisory experience within a care environment.
• Sound understanding of safeguarding and regulatory compliance.
• Confidence in managing budgets and operational priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear leadership, management, and supervision for your staff team.
• Ensure compliance with CQC standards and health & safety requirements.
• Deliver person-centred, high-quality care focused on independence and choice.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Communication

Organizational skills

Knowledge of safeguarding

Education

Recognised nursing or social care qualification

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care

Job description

£42,000 - £47,000 depending on experience | Full Time | Sobell Lodge – London

“It’s more than a job – it’s about creating a home where every person can live life their way.”

That’s how one of our Service Managers describes their role at Leonard Cheshire. If you’re an experienced care leader with a strong understanding of safeguarding, excellent management skills, and a passion for person‑centred care, we’d really love to hear from you.

A Home, Not Just a Service

Sobell Lodge is a specialist registered residential care home providing support for 23 adults with physical disabilities, complex needs, and sensory impairments. We’re proud to be one of the highest‑rated providers of care and supported living services in the UK, with 84% of our services rated ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ by regulators. At Sobell Lodge, we work together to create a positive, inclusive home where people are empowered to make their own choices, develop skills, and enjoy meaningful connections within their local community.

Your Working Hours

Full Time – We offer flexible hours across weekdays, with occasional weekend availability to support the effective running of the service.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Leonard Cheshire, you’ll find a workplace where your leadership truly makes a difference. We’ll support your wellbeing, personal growth, and professional development every step of the way.

You’ll also enjoy a great range of rewards and benefits, including:

• Stream – access up to 40% of your earned pay before payday
• Free Blue Light Card – enjoy exclusive discounts and perks
• Free DBS check
• Excellent contributory pension scheme with 3x salary life cover
• Generous annual leave, with the option to buy and sell leave
• Cash Health Plan – claim back dental, optical, and other healthcare costs
• Comprehensive training and recognised qualifications
• Career development through apprenticeships and leadership programmes
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme (salary sacrifice)
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 wellbeing support

What You’ll Do

As Service Manager at Sobell Lodge, you’ll lead with passion, professionalism, and empathy to ensure your service runs smoothly and delivers exceptional care.

You will:

• Provide clear leadership, management, and supervision for your staff team
• Ensure compliance with CQC standards and health & safety requirements
• Deliver person‑centred, high‑quality care focused on independence and choice
• Manage budgets and maintain a financially sound service
• Oversee recruitment, training, and performance development
• Drive continuous improvement and positive outcomes for residents
• Hold registration for the service

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact while further developing your leadership career in a respected national charity.

What Helps You Shine Here

• Recognised nursing or social care qualification and registration (as appropriate)
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
• Proven management or supervisory experience within a care environment
• Strong communication, organisational, and people leadership skills
• Sound understanding of safeguarding and regulatory compliance
• Confidence in managing budgets and operational priorities
• Experience across a range of departments (e.g. therapies, catering, administration) is advantageous

About Leonard Cheshire

For over 75 years, Leonard Cheshire has supported disabled people to live, learn, and work as independently as possible. We provide residential care, supported living, and community‑based services across the UK – all focused on choice, inclusion, and empowerment. With over 1,600 people supported every day, our mission is simple: to help people live life on their own terms.

Ready to Apply?

Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from people with disabilities and will support your requirements for reasonable adjustments wherever possible. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland, or equivalent) and references are required for this position.