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The Mount is a Specialist Further Education College for young adults with moderate to severe learning disabilities, aged 16 – 25, offering residential and day provision. Our vision is Living, Learning and Working. Formal and informal education merge across the waking day curriculum with students able to transfer skills from college to work experience and within the home environment. The Mount provides the opportunity for a 3 year college experience with a view that this might extend beyond this timeframe should individuals require additional educational input.

Assistant Care and Support Coordinator (Manager)

We are seeking an experienced social care professional, with a level 5 diploma in health and social care management, or working towards this. You will have the experience and skills to support the management of the quality of the provision in regard to legislation and requirements including the Health and Social Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and CQC regulations. You will have the experience and skills to be the safeguarding lead for the organisation. You think creatively about social care and are keen to work in a collaborative way with a diverse range of colleagues.

Whilst a background in residential education care would be preferable, this role would be ideal for a person working at a team leader or deputy manager level in a health and social care setting.

The post is 5 days, Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm term time only (39 weeks) with a salary in the region of £28,495.00( FTE £33,899.00) to £31,776.00 ( FTE £37,802.00) dependent on breadth of experience and qualifications.

Principal Objectives

Support the management of the quality of care and support in college and the cohousing community as well as social enterprise day placements
Oversee Quality Assurance systems covering care and support for all activities
Safeguarding lead for children and adults at risk (college, cohousing, Social enterprise)

Main Responsibilities

Implement and improve Quality Assurance processes for care and support
Monitor the annual rolling quality assurance plan including the completion of audits for documentation, finances and medication.
Oversee safeguarding processes and liaison with external bodies in collaboration with the Safeguarding Group
Manage MCA/DoLS processes

The post is 5 days, Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm term time only (39 weeks)

Qualifications and training

Good level of education, including English
Completed or working towards Level 5 diploma in Social Care and Management

Knowledge and experience

Experience of working with young people/adults in social care
Experience of working with people with learning disabilities
Excellent understanding of the principles of high quality person centred care and support and non-discriminatory care practice
Knowledge and experience of working with CQC regulation
Knowledge and experience of working with safeguarding legislation
Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and how to recognise abuse

This role is not eligible for a Skilled Worker Visa. All applicants will need to have a valid Right to Work in the UK.

Applicants will be required to undergo appropriate Disclosure & Barring Service checks.

Closing date for applications : 31st October 2025.

Interviews to commence: week beginning 10th November 2025

Specialist Occupational Therapist (Band 6/7)

Part-time – 3 days per week (39 weeks per year)

Start date: January 2026

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our team on a part-time basis. This role offers an exciting opportunity to further develop the OT service within the college and to work closely with our Speech and Language Therapist.

What we offer

a unique and supportive working environment within a therapeutic community

the opportunity to shape and develop the Occupational Therapy provision

collaboration with a dedicated, multidisciplinary team

a beautiful campus setting that values creativity, care, and holistic education

We warmly welcome visits from interested applicants who wish to learn more about our community before applying.

About the Role

Part-time: 3 days per week (9.00am – 5.00pm) 22.5 hours

Term-time only: 39 weeks per year

Commencing: January 2026

Salary:

Band 6: £19,448 – £23,421 (FTE £35,999 – £43,352)

Band 7: £24,040 – £27,522 (FTE £44,499 – £50,923)

Dependent on qualifications and experience

How to apply

For further information or to arrange a visit, please email:

Andrew McDougall at Recruitment

Supporting Lives Facilitator /Care Worker

We are looking for a Supporting Lives Facilitator /Care Worker

We currently have a full time and a part time position available

Closing date for applications: 5.10.2025

In collaboration with the house coordinator and others you will support our households and the wellbeing of the Cohousers. This will include personal care, homemaking and leisure activities. Patterns of working will be up to 45 hours per week spread over 5 days either in the morning or evening including one weekend day per week. Our current hourly rate is £12.83 (£13.17) following successful probation

Our main requirement is your motivation and interest to become part of our vibrant community. We strongly value warm authentic support of individuals with learning difficulties. Your willingness to participate in the trainings offered is essential.

This role is not eligible for a Skilled Worker Visa. All applicants will need to have a valid Right to Work in the UK.

PLEASE NOTE:

Applicants for all vacancies will be required to undergo appropriate Disclosure & Barring Service checks.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our vulnerable students and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

Please contact us for further information:

email us by clicking here Recruitment

The Recruitment Group, The Mount Camphill Community, Faircrouch Lane, Wadhurst, East Sussex, TN5 6PT

Phone 01892 782025