Social Care Team Manager

Chailey Heritage Foundation; Lewes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social care organization is seeking a Social Care Team Manager in North Chailey, England. This role involves leading and inspiring a team of Support Workers, safeguarding care standards, and fostering professional development. The ideal candidate will have experience in social care leadership and a strong understanding of compliance. Join us to make a difference in people's lives with competitive benefits and a commitment to growth.

Qualifications

• Experience of leading or supervising colleagues in a social care setting.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, compliance, and care standards.
• Leadership qualities that inspire trust, collaboration, and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire Support Workers and Senior Support Workers across residential services.
• Safeguard high standards of care, ensuring compliance with Ofsted and CQC.
• Coach and develop colleagues, supporting their professional growth.
• Work with curiosity and innovation to nurture potential.
• Contribute to our growth journey as we expand services.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding knowledge

Compliance awareness

Team motivation

Job description

Social Care Team Manager

Location: North Chailey, BN8 4EF

Salary: From £35,526 per year (depending on experience)

Hours: 37 per week.

Why Join Us

This is more than a management role. It’s a chance to be part of an ambitious and expert team, where your leadership helps colleagues grow and your insight shapes services that are sector‑leading. Together, we’ll create opportunities that change lives.

What You’ll Do

• As a Team Manager, you will:
• Lead and inspire Support Workers and Senior Support Workers across residential services.
• Safeguard high standards of care, ensuring compliance with Ofsted and CQC.
• Coach and develop colleagues, supporting their professional growth.
• Work with curiosity and innovation, helping us find new ways to nurture potential.
• Contribute to our growth journey as we expand services and open more opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

• You might already be a Team Manager — or you could be ready for the next step in your leadership journey. Either way, we’re looking for someone with:
• Experience of leading or supervising colleagues in a social care setting.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, compliance, and care standards.
• Leadership qualities that inspire trust, collaboration, and ex...