Care Home Manager
Location: Woodlands Care Home, Crowborough, East Sussex (39 bedrooms)
Salary: Up to £49k starting salary (Dependent on experience) + Benefits
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent 40 hours per week
Join us and make a meaningful impact—our residents are at the heart of everything we do. We have a brilliant opportunity for you to make a real difference! Bring your compassion, experience and enthusiasm to lead a quality service and dedicated team at our not-for-profit home in Crowborough.
This is a unique opportunity to join Sussex Housing and Care, a small and listening organisation with a strong reputation for care within the community.
What you’ll do
* Lead and develop a dedicated team
* Ensure high-quality, person-centred care that meets regulatory standards
* Manage recruitment, training, performance, and development of staff
* Oversee budgets, rotas, medication, admissions, and inspections
* Foster a homely, safe, and inclusive environment for residents
* Build strong relationships with families, professionals, and the local community
What we’re looking for
* Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Deputy Manager of a CQC registered care home for older people
* NVQ Level 4/5 in Management for Care Services (or equivalent)
* Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills with a commitment for continuous self-development
* Experience in care planning, budget management, and regulatory compliance
* A collaborative, customer-focused approach with a commitment to dignity and respect
Why Join Us?
* Be part of our 80-year-old values-led organisation with a 95% staff satisfaction rating
* Lead a home ready for continuous positive change
* Access to ongoing training and development
* Ongoing support – together we are one team
* Make a meaningful impact in the lives of older people
* Beautiful woodland setting
* Contributory pension scheme
* Excellent staff wellbeing and mental health support programme
* Free on-site car parking
* Access to a range of staff benefits and discounts
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Sussex Housing & Care, please do not hesitate to apply.
Please note we are not offering sponsorship