Birchgrove

Assistant Manager At Birchgrove, we're not just creating places to live - we're building vibrant communities where people over 65 can thrive. Everything we do is rooted in purpose: supporting our residents, empowering our teams, and making every day meaningful. One of our newest community, Pepperpot House in Godalming, is set against the stunning backdrop of the Surrey Hills. With its town-centre location, listed Cowshed at the entrance, and easy access to cafés, shops and local life, it's the perfect place to make a difference. The Role As our Assistant Manager, you'll work hand-in-hand with the General Manager to make sure our community runs smoothly and feels like home. You'll support the team, help create a warm and welcoming environment, and keep the day-to-day operations ticking along brilliantly. This is a great opportunity if you're ready to grow your leadership skills and work towards a future General Manager role - or if you're already a strong supervisor looking to step up. What We're Looking For We're after someone who: Brings experience from retirement living, hospitality, healthcare or property. Is comfortable leading a team and supporting sales and operational goals. Knows their way around food & beverage service. Has a good head for numbers and can help manage budgets. Leads with empathy, energy and clear communication. Loves the idea of building community and making a difference to residents' lives. Can juggle a few things at once, make good decisions, and adapt on the fly. Is open to working flexibly, including some weekends. Shares our values - you can find them at birchgrove.life What You'll Do Day to Day Be the right hand to the General Manager - and step up when they're away. Help keep everything running smoothly across sales, F&B, housekeeping, maintenance and resident support. Make sure we're meeting Health & Safety standards and keeping things safe for everyone. Assist with rotas, budgets and cost control. Lead the housekeeping and front of house teams to keep our spaces spotless and welcoming. Dream up and deliver events that bring people together and create joy. Keep on top of maintenance requests and planned works to make sure everything's in good shape. Support the sales journey - from planning sessions to tours and home visits. Spot opportunities to make things even better and share your ideas. Pitch in wherever needed to make the community thrive. Why You'll Love Working Here Room to grow: We'll invest in your development and support your career path. Real impact: Your work genuinely improves lives - every single day. Collaborative culture: We work together, trust each other, and have the space to be creative. A welcoming team: We value diversity, inclusion and being ourselves. Great benefits: Competitive pay and perks, plus the chance to be part of something meaningful. A trusted brand: Birchgrove is proud to lead the way in later living in the UK. If you're ready to make a difference, grow your skills and be part of a team that genuinely cares - we'd love to hear from you. Please do pop in for a coffee and see what we do - just call and ask for Amy. REF-

Wellbeing Coordinator Who We Are At Birchgrove, we create welcoming rental communities designed exclusively for people over 65 places where residents can feel comfortable, connected, and independent. Our work is about more than just buildings its about people. We put residents and colleagues at the heart of everything we do, making a meaningful difference every day click apply for full job details

Wellbeing Coordinator Who We Are At Birchgrove, we create welcoming rental communities designed exclusively for people over 65 - places where residents can feel comfortable, connected, and independent. Our work is about more than just buildings - it's about people. We put residents and colleagues at the heart of everything we do, making a meaningful difference every day. We're proud to be a Living Wage Employer and a Disability Confident Employer, and we're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. The Role As our Wellbeing Coordinator, you'll play a key part in supporting the health, happiness, and independence of our residents. This isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to really get to know people, understand their needs, and help them make the most out of life. From wellbeing assessments and GP appointments to planning activities and fostering connections, you'll ensure residents feel supported, engaged, and cared for. It's a role full of variety and purpose - perfect for someone who is caring, proactive, and loves bringing people together. What You'll Be Doing Welcoming new residents and carrying out wellbeing assessments Helping residents stay active, independent, and connected Supporting with GP registrations, pharmacy orders, and other health-related needs Working with residents to understand their goals, interests, and challenges Acting as a friendly link between residents, families, and the Birchgrove team Building partnerships with local community organisations and services Helping plan and run events and activities that encourage connection and fun Sharing feedback and ideas to continually improve our service Ensuring Health & Safety and risk assessments are carried out appropriately Pitching in with the wider team to keep daily life running smoothly About You We're looking for someone who is: Warm, compassionate, and naturally empathetic From a care background (perhaps a Senior Carer, or a Carer ready for the next step) Experienced in retirement living, healthcare, or a similar setting (helpful, but not essential) Adaptable, resilient, and confident in handling different situations A strong communicator who enjoys working closely with both residents and colleagues Flexible to work occasional weekends to support the community when needed Genuinely passionate about enhancing older adults' wellbeing and quality of life Why Join Birchgrove? Make a real difference - every day you'll see the impact of your work on residents' livesGrow with us - we'll support your career development with training and progression opportunitiesEnjoy great perks - competitive pay, healthcare cashback scheme, electric car scheme, and complimentary lunch prepared by our chefsBe part of a caring team - supportive, inclusive, and genuinely passionate about what we doFeel proud - Birchgrove is known as a leader in retirement living, with a reputation for care, quality, and community Ready to Apply? If you're looking for a role where you can use your skills and compassion to make life better for others, we'd love to hear from you. And if you'd like to pop in and see what we do before applying, please do - you'll get a real sense of our community and the difference we make every day. REF-