Business Manager

Job summary

Business Manager

Location: Bernhard Baron Care Home, Polegate, East Sussex Starting Salary: £42,357 Hours: Full-time, Mon–Fri (flexible working as required)

About Us At Bernhard Baron Care Home, we put Residents at the heart of everything we do. Guided by the Quaker way of life, we provide a warm, supportive, and person-centred environment.

The Role We’re looking for an experienced Business Manager to lead our finance, administration, IT, and marketing operations. Reporting to the Head of Home, you’ll ensure smooth, compliant, and efficient systems that support high-quality care. You’ll also provide strategic support to our Trustees and deputise for the Head of Home on business matters.

What You’ll Do

· Oversee finance: budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and audits

· Lead procurement, supplier management, and cost control

· Manage marketing strategy and communications to maintain occupancy

· Line manage and support finance, admin, IT, and marketing teams

· Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements

· Act as Data Protection Officer and oversee IT/GDPR compliance

· Support Trustees with meetings, reports, and governance processes

Who You Are

· Experienced in finance, marketing, IT, and governance

· Strong leader with excellent planning, organisational, and communication skills

· Confident working with boards/Trustees and managing change

· Trustworthy, creative, and able to motivate and support teams

· Your sense of purpose and personal ethics are as important as professional experience

Why Join Us

· Make a tangible difference in Residents’ lives every day

· Lead and inspire a passionate, supportive team

· Work in a collaborative, values-driven environment

Benefits

· Generous pension

· Blue Light Card discounts

· Meals included

How to Apply If you are a proactive, experienced business professional who can combine strategic oversight with hands-on operational leadership, we would love to hear from you. Please complete our application on our website and submit along with your CV.

Closing date for applications: 24th October

Shortlisting date: 29th October

Interviews: Week commencing 10th November