Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Assistant Care Home Manager to join our compassionate and professional team in a private 11-bed residential care home in Chesham.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the daily operations of the home, ensuring our residents receive safe, high-quality, and person-centred care. This role is ideal for someone with strong care experience and leadership skills who is looking to take the next step in their career. Experience in staff supervision, medication management, and quality auditing is essential.

Working Hours

This is a full-time role,

contracted at 37.5 hours per week

. The typical working pattern averages

around 34.5 hours across 5 days

, made up of a combination of:

2-3 office-based days (7.5 hours), and 2-3 care shifts (6.5 hours each, including occasional weekends).

Key Responsibilities

Support the Care Home Manager in overseeing daily operations and ensuring compliance with CQC regulations and internal policies Supervise care staff and senior carers, including conducting regular supervisions and appraisals Contribute to effective rota planning, recruitment, and staff onboarding Manage medication ordering, administration oversight, and safe storage in line with best practice Lead and support audits relating to care quality, documentation, infection control, and health & safety Promote a clean, safe, and welcoming environment that supports dignity and wellbeing for all residents Coordinate person-centred care delivery and liaise with families, GPs, and healthcare professionals Handle queries, feedback, and concerns with professionalism, empathy, and timely resolution Assist with monitoring stock levels, budget awareness, and occupancy-related tasks

Skills and Experience

Proven experience in a senior carer, team leader, or supervisory role within adult social care Strong understanding of medication processes, auditing, and quality assurance Knowledge of CQC regulations, safeguarding protocols, and person-centred care planning Confident communicator with excellent leadership and problem-solving skills Ability to manage priorities, make decisions under pressure, and support a high-performing care team Comfortable using electronic care planning and medication systems (training provided) NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (minimum); working towards Level 4/5 desirable

Why Join Us?

A supportive, close-knit team in a small, homely care setting Opportunities for ongoing training and leadership development Meaningful work that makes a real difference in residents' lives Contribution to shaping high-quality care in a well-regarded, family-run home
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 28,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food On-site parking
Schedule:

Flexitime Holidays Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 20/06/2025
Reference ID: TWC-AM0625