Assistant Director

Springfield Care Home, Chorley (PR7 5BY
)

From £30,000 PA | ⏰ 36–48 hours per week

Full-time, Permanent

Springfield Care Home is a family-run care provider based in Chorley, Lancashire, offering residential and respite care since 1992, the care home is built on the vision of creating a supportive and vibrant environment for residents to thrive. Conveniently located along the main bus route between Wigan and Chorley, the care home features spacious bedrooms, welcoming communal areas, and safety-focused infrastructure designed for resident comfort and well-being.

Our dedicated team of care professionals is selected for their expertise and compassion, ensuring exceptional care. We are committed to enriching the lives of our residents by fostering physical, emotional, and social well-being through meaningful engagement and a strong community spirit.

This is a full-time, on-site Assistant Director position located in Coppull. The Assistant Director will play a key leadership role, supporting the Director in overseeing day-to-day operations and ensuring the delivery of high-quality care. Responsibilities include staff management, compliance with health and safety standards, coordinating resident care programs, and fostering a positive and supportive environment for both residents and staff.
Oversee Rota management and staffing levels
, ensuring safe staffing ratios, cost efficiency, and appropriate skill mix in line with regulatory and operational requirements.
Contribute to business development and marketing initiatives
, including building relationships with local authorities and healthcare professionals, promoting the service, and supporting occupancy growth by generating new service user referrals.
Oversee daily operational activities
, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and CQC regulatory standards.
Maintain effective communication with families, representatives, healthcare professionals, and external agencies regarding residents’ wellbeing and progress.
Coordinate and support staff training and professional development
, ensuring mandatory and specialist training requirements are met.
Monitor compliance with health & safety, safeguarding, MCA/DoLS, and infection control standards within the home. Support staff in managing behavioral or complex care needs, conduct regular team meetings, and review service performance to address operational challenges. The role also involves assisting with budgeting, resource management, staff training, and maintaining strong communication with residents’ families and external partners.

• Leadership and management experience in a care environment, including staff supervision and program coordination.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations, compliance, and quality assurance standards in care services.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage resources effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with residents, families, and team members.
• Empathy and a commitment to providing person-centered care to enhance residents' well‑being.
• Experience in budgeting and resource allocation is a plus.
• A qualification in health and social care, management, or a related field is preferred.

If you’re passionate about making a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.

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