Assistant Manager

Step into Management in Purpose-Driven Senior Living This Assistant Manager role is an exciting opportunity to build on your experience, take on more responsibility, and play a key part in creating a welcoming, well-run community where residents feel supported every day. With clear career pathways available to General Manager level, if that is your passion, this role also offers the opportunity to continue growing your career with Birchgrove.About Birchgrove Birchgrove is an innovative build-to-rent operator, exclusively for the over 65s. We bring purpose to our work and make a meaningful difference to the lives of our colleagues and our customers. We put our colleagues and residents at the heart of everything that we do and love to make a difference.What You'll Be Doing As Assistant Manager, you'll support the General Manager across all community operations. You'll step up as primary deputy, gaining comprehensive leadership experience across every department.Your key responsibilities:Lead day-to-day operations covering sales, F&B, housekeeping, maintenance, and resident well-beingPromote resident independence whilst maintaining their dignity and privacyManage teams including housekeeping and front of house staffSupport financial management including rent control and budget oversightPlan and execute resident events that foster community and inclusionEnsure Health & Safety compliance and conduct risk assessmentsCollaborate on sales activities including tours and outreach initiativesSupervise building maintenance and coordinate preventative schedulesWhat We're Looking For Extensive background in Care, Hospitality or Senior Living sectorsExperience managing teams and directly supervising staffKnowledge of financial management and budget analysisExperience conducting resident assessments covering health and welfareUnderstanding of safeguarding adults at riskUnderstanding of the care of the elderlyProven ability in sales strategies and operationsStrong leadership and decision-making skillsWillingness to work flexible hours including weekendsExperience creating and implementing risk assessmentsWhy Work for Us Opportunity for growth: We invest in career progression with clear pathway to General ManagerCollaborative culture where ideas are valued and you have real autonomyMake meaningful impact on residents and community through your workCompetitive compensation and benefits including healthcare cash back and electric car schemeJoin the UK's leading company in senior living sectorIf you're passionate about senior care and ready to accelerate your management career whilst making a real difference, we want to hear from you. Take the next step in your leadership journey with us.REF-229 500TPBN1_UKTJ