Day Centre Manager

- The Foxhall Centre Lavender Trust
- Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 5EP
- Salary: £18,000 - £20,000 per annum (pro rata, based on a full time equivalent of £30,000 – £32,000)
- Hours: Part time, 3 Days a Week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday)
- Contract: Permanent, required from 17 November 2026
- Reference: 0964

About Us

At The Foxhall Centre Lavender Trust , our mission is simple: Where older people come first. We provide high-quality day care services in our recently refurbished, purpose-built, fully accessible ground-floor centre. Adopting a deeply person-centred approach, we assist older individuals and those living with dementia or specialist needs to maintain their independence, socialise, and thrive in a bright, caring environment.

About the Role

We are seeking an inspirational and proactive Day Centre Manager to take the operational lead at our day centre during our current 3-day opening schedule (Tuesday to Thursday). You will be responsible for creating a safe, vibrant, and welcoming haven for our members.

You will manage the delivery of our daily packages—which include interactive social activities (crafts, music, gardening, baking, and reminiscence), a fresh two-course lunch, and essential care support like assistance with medication.

Key Responsibilities:

- Daily Management: Lead the day-to-day operations of the centre during active days, ensuring full compliance with health and safety, safeguarding, and food hygiene standards
- Team Leadership: Manage, mentor, and motivate a dedicated team of fully trained care staff and volunteers
- Person-Centred Activity Planning: Oversee and tailor individual care plans and engaging daily entertainment calendars to meet various cognitive and physical abilities
- Community and Stakeholder Liaison: Manage private and funded member referrals via Adult Community Services, family members, and local healthcare professionals.
- Financial and Quality Assurance: Maintain accurate administrative records, manage daily session operational metrics, and continuously consult with members to build on our excellent reputation.

What We Are Looking For

- proven management or leadership experience within an adult social care setting or similar day care provision
- strong expertise in elderly care and specialist dementia support
- relevant professional qualification (such as an NVQ Level 3/4 or Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care)
- a warm, compassionate leader with exceptional communication skills and a gift for fostering an atmosphere full of laughter and joy
- up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding, medication management, and person-centred care practices.

Note: This position is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

To find out more

For enquiries regarding the role, please contact us on: 01473 272038 .

Alternatively, please see our facility updates via The Foxhall Centre Facebook Page .

How to apply

To join our dedicated charity team, please submit your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your experience in care to Yvonne Kane via email: [email protected] .

Closing date: 21 October 2026

Interview date: Week commencing, 26 October 2026
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