Are you an experienced leader in residential care? 

Do you thrive in a compassionate, faith-driven environment? 

Ready to lead a dedicated team towards excellent care? Join us at Luff House!

We’re searching for a proactive and dedicated Registered Care Manager to lead our committed care team. Luff House offers residential care, dementia care and respite care along with retirement support in a superb, purpose-built environment on the fringes of Frinton-on-Sea. View our wonderful home here.This role is more than just a job – it’s a calling.

We are looking for a manager who aligns with our evangelical Christian ethos to continue our tradition of faith-led care for our residents. Find out more about how we care for our residents here: https://youtu.be/Po6md7pq7nI

As part of Pilgrims’ Friend Society, we are driven by a mission to serve and enrich the lives of older people through person-centred care within a nurturing Christian community.

Have a watch here of what it means to work in a Christian Care Home https://youtu.be/uCa1_BtS34w

What You’ll Do: 

  • Ensure high-quality care in line with our policies and Christian values;
  • Lead and manage the care and hospitality teams ensuring they are well-trained and motivated;
  • Oversee the development and implementation of care plans
  • Responsible for the home’s budget, in conjunction with the Head Office Finance Team. This includes local purchasing etc within budget limits;
  • Manage complaints from residents, relatives and staff in accordance with Society policy;
  • Engage with local church and community groups to maximise voluntary help and spiritual support available;
  • Uphold the Christian ethos of the home through leadership and example. 

What You’ll Bring: 

  • Management experience in a residential care home or similar setting; 
  • Qualification in Health & Social Care (Level 3 or above); 
  • Strong leadership and people management skills; 
  • A passion for person-centred care and working with older people;
  • Excellent organisational and communication abilities; 
  • IT proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook);
  • Ability to manage workload and remain calm under pressure.

Please read the job pack here

Hours:

Full-time, 40 hours per week, with occasional weekend, bank holiday, and on-call cover as required.

Why Join Us? 

  • Salary: £47,000 to £50,000 per annum 
  • 5 Weeks' paid holiday per year as well as bank and public holidays
  • Training & development
  • Ongoing support from management
  • Perkbox – including an Employee assistance programme
  • Care Friends referral 
  • Long-standing service rewards
  • Birthday rewards
  • Life assurance scheme
  • Pension scheme

 

Apply today to make a lasting impact on the lives of our residents in a role filled with purpose and fulfilment. Luff House is waiting for you! 

 

Please note: This role has an Occupational Requirement to be filled by an evangelical Christian under the provisions of the Equality Act (2010).  

 

We are committed to having a diverse senior management team and we encourage applications from disabled and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic candidates, as these groups are under-represented on our senior management team at present.



Please note: this vacancy may close sooner if sufficient applications have been received so please apply as soon as possible if interested.

How to apply for the job

 

Send your CV & Cover Letter to: recruitment@pilgrimsfriend.org.uk

Job Location Type
Office Based
Location
Walton-on-the-Naze, GB
Salary
Between £47,000.00 and £50,000.00 pa
Salary details: Based on experience
Category
Social Care
Hours
Full Time
Deadline
Fri, 31/10/2025
Contact Email
recruitment@pilgrimsfriend.org.uk