Deputy Care Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Manager to join a reputable care provider specialising in elderly and dementia residential care delivering high-quality support and fostering a safe, compassionate environment for its residents.

As a Deputy Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day management of the home, leading the care team and ensuring a high standard of care for residents.

This full-time role offers a salary range of £32,500 - £34,000 and benefits.

Key Responsibilities

? Lead and mentor care staff, ensuring they provide excellent care to residents.
? Ensure personalised care for elderly and dementia residents, managing care plans and medication.
? Conduct safety checks, manage risks, and ensure residents safety and wellbeing.
? Ensure the service meets all regulatory standards, including health, safety, and care quality.
? Assist in recruitment procedures (interviewing) and mentor new care staff.
? Manage the medication process to ensure correct administration, recording, and return of medicines.
? Review and monitor the quality of care and drive improvements.
? Complete safety checks (e.g.

fire safety, legionella, nurse call system).
? Ensure service users' nutritional needs are assessed and recorded.
? Update care plans to reflect changes in service users' needs.


What We Are Looking For

? Previously worked as a, Deputy Manager, Home Manager, Care Manager, care Home Manager, Assistant Home Manager, Assistant Care Manager, Deputy Care Manager, Deputy Home Manager or in a similar role
? Proven experience of 2 years in a residential care home setting.
? Have background in elderly and dementia care.


? NVQ Level 3 or above (or working towards it).
? Knowledge of CQC standards and relevant legislation.
? Excellent leadership and communication skills.
? Ability to manage staff and service users, ensuring quality care delivery.
? A compassionate and professional attitude towards care.


Whats on Offer

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