Description
The OldRectory is a residential service, which is located in the villageof Brede, in East Sussex. We support 15 males and females who areautistic or have a learning disability. The service is located in asemi-rural location, surrounded by beautiful countryside. This is a full-time role working 40 hours perweek.
Our team are dedicated topromoting independence, equality, dignity and respect and as a teamwe are focused on building positive outcomes for everyone. Weprovide high quality, bespoke, meaningful activities for ourresidents both on site and in the community, tailored to meet theirindividual’s needs.
What you’ll bedoing
We’re looking for a CQCRegistered Home Manager who’s passionate about people and driven byexcellence in care.
You’ll lead from the front, creating a safe,welcoming and empowering home where residents can thrive. With yourleadership, your team will deliver outstanding, person-centredsupport that helps people build confidence, develop skills, andstay connected to their community.
At Priory, no two days are the same. You’lltake full ownership of the home — from quality and compliance tobudgets and performance — while keeping what matters most at theheart of everything you do, exceptional care and real outcomes forthe people we support.
You’ll have the opportunity to lead apassionate team, shape the future of our services, and make ameaningful difference in the lives of residents every day. This isa role for someone who thrives in a dynamic, rewarding environmentwhere both leadership and compassion arevalued.
If you’re readyto step into a role where your leadership truly matters, we’d loveto hear fromyou!
Responsibilities:
- Lead the home with warmth, professionalism, and strongleadership, fostering a culture of care, respect, andinclusion.
- Manage budgets, resources, andoperational processes to maintain high standards and achieveservice success.
- Ensure the home meets alllegal, statutory, and regulatory requirements, including CQCstandards, health & safety, and licensing.
- Oversee documentation, nursing records, and care plans,ensuring accuracy, compliance, and best practice.
- Develop your team through training, motivation, andsupport, promoting professional growth and high-qualitycare.
- Innovate and continually improve theservices we provide, delivering person-centred care that trulymakes a difference.
Whatyou’ll bring to the role
Our work isrewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two daysare the same! Your natural empathy will help you support othersthrough both the highs and lows. WhatWe’re Looking For:
- Commitment todelivering high-quality, person-centred care.
- Previous experience in a managerial role within a similarenvironment.
- Strong knowledge of regulatorystandards and quality assurance.
- Excellentorganisational, communication, and decision-makingskills.
- Flexibility, a “can-do” attitude, andthe ability to inspire others.
Whatwe will give you in return
We wantyou to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be wellsupported with regular career conversations. We also offer fulltraining and numerous pathways into leadership and qualifiedclinical positions to help you shape your career withus.
- Contributory pensionscheme
- PMI cover – individual
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access tonew schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops /tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply HealthScheme)
- Access to developmentopportunities
- Sponsorship of professionalqualifications through our Individual Professional Development(IPD) panel
- Leadership & managementdevelopment
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses
Shortlisting may begin upon receiptof applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancyearly if enough suitable candidates areidentified.
AboutPriory
Priory is the UK’s leading independentprovider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000people each year to live their lives as fully and independently aspossible. We treat more than 70 conditions – including depression,anxiety, eating disorders and children’s mental health – andprovide residential and supported living care for autistic adults,people with a learning disability, Prader–Willi Syndrome, braininjuries and olderpeople.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed toproviding an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn moreabout the accessibility support we offer here.
Foragency enquiries and applications, please view our legal statementhere.
All roles are subject to asuccessful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosureand Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priorywill cover the cost of a DBScheck.
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