Are you a compassionate and driven nurse leader with a passion for delivering high-quality care? We are seeking a Deputy Manager (Registered Nurse) to join our friendly and supportive care home team. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career, lead by example, and make a real difference to the lives of our residents and staff. If you are organised, proactive, and committed to supporting others, we would love to hear from you.
Deputy Manager (Nurse) – Join Our Caring Team
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Deputy Manager (Registered Nurse) to support the Home Manager in leading our dedicated care team. You will play a vital role in ensuring our residents receive outstanding, person-centred care in a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment.
As Deputy Manager, you will:
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Support the Home Manager with the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring high standards of care and regulatory compliance at all times.
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Lead, motivate, and supervise care staff, promoting a positive and collaborative team culture.
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Oversee care planning, medication administration, and safeguarding, ensuring residents’ safety, dignity, and individual needs are always prioritised.
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Act as a point of contact for residents, relatives, and professionals, maintaining strong relationships and excellent communication.
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Assist with staff recruitment, training, and ongoing development to ensure a skilled and confident team.
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Monitor and review care delivery, identifying areas for improvement and implementing best practice in line with CQC standards.
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Support with rota management, staff appraisals, and performance reviews.
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Help maintain accurate records, care plans, and risk assessments.
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Promote a homely, inclusive atmosphere where residents feel valued and supported to live as independently as possible.
This is a rewarding opportunity to take the next step in your care career, working in a home where your leadership, compassion, and commitment will be truly valued.
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Previous deputy manager experience within a nursing care setting (essential).
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Registered Nurse with an active PIN. Level 5 qualification desirable.
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Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with a warm, professional manner.
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Confident in care planning, medication administration, and safeguarding procedures.
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Knowledge of CQC regulations and a commitment to best practice.
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Organised, reliable, and able to prioritise a varied workload effectively.
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Competent with basic IT systems for record-keeping and rota management.
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Passionate about delivering person-centred care and promoting residents’ dignity, independence, and well-being.
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Right to work in the UK (we are not offering sponsorship opportunities).