Lead Home Manager – Small Residential Care Home

Avon Search; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Avon Search is recruiting a Home Manager for a well‑established residential care home in Eastbourne, East Sussex. You will lead a small team to deliver high‑quality, person‑centred care for up to 20 residents in a warm, homely environment.

The role requires proven Home Manager experience, strong CQC knowledge, and a compassionate leadership style. The successful candidate will maintain standards, drive improvements, and build relationships with residents and the community.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Registered Home Manager.
• Strong knowledge of CQC requirements and compliance standards.
• Experience within elderly residential care settings.
• A compassionate and confident leadership style.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Experience leading teams and driving quality improvements.
• A genuine commitment to improving residents’ lives.

Responsibilities

• Leading, motivating, and developing the care team.
• Maintaining a positive, resident‑focused culture.
• Ensuring excellent person‑centred care is delivered consistently.
• Maintaining compliance with CQC regulations and quality standards.
• Overseeing care planning, audits, and quality improvement.
• Managing recruitment, staffing, and rotas.
• Building strong relationships with residents, relatives, healthcare professionals, and the wider community.
• Supporting occupancy growth and maintaining the home’s excellent reputation.
• Ensuring the service continues to provide a safe, caring, and enjoyable environment for residents.

Skills

Leadership

CQC knowledge

Elderly care experience

Communication

Organisation

Team development

Job description

Avon Search is recruiting a Home Manager for a well‑established residential care home in Eastbourne, East Sussex. You will lead a small team to deliver high‑quality, person‑centred care for up to 20 residents in a warm, homely environment.

The role requires proven Home Manager experience, strong CQC knowledge, and a compassionate leadership style. The successful candidate will maintain standards, drive improvements, and build relationships with residents and the community.