Care Home Manager
Salary/Rate:to £50,000+ (negotiable dep experience)
Job type:Perm
Town/City:Worthing
County:West Sussex
Specialisms:Registered Managers
Job ref:33596
Post Date:17.02.26
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Meet Our Recruiter
Mike Tait
Founder | Director | Social Care Management Recruitment Specialist
About the Role
Care Home Manager (Registered Manager) | Boutique Residential
JobTitle: Care Home Manager (CQC Registered Manager)
HiringOrganisation: Pivotal People Care
JobLocation: Worthing, West Sussex (BN11)
BaseSalary: £50,000 per year + negotiable upon experience
Posted: 17 February 2026
Closing date: 31 March 2026
EmploymentType: Full-time, Permanent, 40 hrs a week.
About the Care Home Manager role:
Are you an experienced Care Home Manager looking for a leadership role in West Sussex that offers a genuine work-life balance?
Pivotal People is proud to represent a family-owned care group seeking a dedicated leader for their boutique residential home in Worthing. This is a rare opportunity to manage a small-scale, intimate service (under 30 beds) where the focus is firmly on person-centred care rather than corporate red tape.
With a Monday to Friday schedule and a supportive regional leadership team, this role is designed for a manager who wants to lead with heart while maintaining their own professional well-being.
The Role
As the Registered Manager, you will lead the day-to-day operations of the home. You will be joining a group that values autonomy, providing you with the "room to breathe" to implement your own processes and drive the service toward an "Outstanding" CQC rating.
Key Responsibilities:
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CQC Compliance: Acting as the Registered Manager, overseeing all regulatory requirements and daily operations.
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Team Leadership: Manage, mentor, and inspire a committed care team in a calm, person-centred environment.
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Operational Excellence: Collaborate with group directors to implement technology-led process improvements.
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Community Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with residents, families, and local healthcare professionals.
What You’ll Need
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Experience: A proven track record as a Care Home Manager or Registered Manager with a history of successful CQC inspections.
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Qualifications: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
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Expertise: A deep understanding of the Care Act, MCA, and DoLS.
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Values: A leadership style defined by kindness, calmness, and responsibility.
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Right to Work: Applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK (No sponsorship available).
Why Apply?
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Work-Life Balance: Primarily Monday to Friday working hours—rare in the care sector.
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Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 base salary negotiable depending upon experience plus a performance-related bonus.
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Professional Support: Access to a peer network of managers across five local Sussex homes.
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Ethical Standards: Working for a provider proudly aligned with the Living Wage Foundation.
How to Apply
To find out more about this role and have a confidential discussion, please apply today. Interviews are being held on a rolling basis.
Contact Mike at Pivotal People Care for further details.
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