RECRUITMENT OPEN DAY – SATURDAY 18TH APRIL 10am to 4pmWe’re looking for experienced children’s care professionals to join our team of adults looking after young people with learning disabilities in East SussexEarn up to £24.00 per hourPrivate Health InsuranceGym membershipFully funded training Care ManagerLocation: Eastbourne CentralSalary: £45,000 to £50,000 per annum depending on experienceHours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pmWe are recruiting an experienced Care Manager to provide operational oversight and ensure structured, consistent and communication-led care at our specialist children’s residential home in Eastbourne.This is an Ofsted-rated “Good” home supporting up to five children and young people with learning disabilities and additional needs, including autism, epilepsy, cerebral palsy and ADHD. We support young people up to age 19 where they remain in full-time education and an appropriate adult placement has not yet been identified.Our focus is to provide a safe, nurturing and person-centred environment that promotes each young person’s wellbeing and long-term outcomes. You will work closely with the Registered Manager to maintain high standards of care, safeguarding and regulatory compliance.This role is suited to candidates who have worked at Deputy Manager level or above and are confident leading teams and overseeing quality within learning disability services.The Young People You’ll Support May Present WithSevere to profound learning disabilitiesAutism and ADHDNon-verbal communication, using PECS, Makaton and visual systemsEpilepsy and complex medical needsSensory processing differencesBehaviours of distress, including aggression, self-injury or spittingHigh levels of dependency for personal care and daily livingYour Role as Care ManagerProvide day-to-day operational and clinical oversight within the homeSupport and supervise Deputy Managers and senior staffEnsure safe management of medication, epilepsy and health protocolsOversee care planning to ensure communication, sensory and health needs are clearly reflectedMaintain high standards of safeguarding, risk management and complianceMonitor and quality-check ClearCare documentation and approvalsSupport structured routines that promote safety and wellbeingAttend and contribute to professional and multidisciplinary meetingsLead audits, action plans and continuous quality improvementDrive standards in line with Ofsted expectations and best practiceMaintain excellent standards of recording and professional accountabilityWhat We Are Looking ForExperience in children’s residential care at Deputy Manager level or aboveLevel 3 & Level 5 qualifications in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)Strong understanding of Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality StandardsExperience supporting children or young people with learning disabilitiesConfidence overseeing complex care and clinical needsUnderstanding of communication-led care, including PECS or MakatonStrong leadership and organisational skillsComfortable using care management systems, Word and ExcelProfessional, resilient and values-led approachFull UK driving licenceWhat You Will Receive£45,000 to £50,000 salary depending on experienceMonday to Friday working patternPrivate healthcare and 24/7 GP accessMonthly gym membership stipendPension scheme and company bonus structure36+ days of CPD and leadership development per yearSupport from experienced senior leadershipOpportunity to help lead a Good service to OutstandingFor further details and to register for our recruitment open day please click "apply on our website