Job Posting: Deputy Care Home Manager (RGN/RMN)

Location: Dover, CT17
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £52,000 - £55,000 per annum (Depending on Experience)
Are you an experienced clinical lead or senior nurse ready to step into a pivotal leadership role? We are a leading nursing home in Dover seeking a dedicated and dynamic Deputy Care Home Manager to support the Home Manager in delivering outstanding elderly care.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a proven leader, such as a Ward Manager, Unit Lead, or Clinical Deputy Manager, to join a supportive team and play a key role in the operational and clinical success of our home.
Benefits:
* Highly competitive salary of £52,000 - £55,000 per annum
* Full-time, permanent position with a clear career path
* Supportive working environment within a reputable care provider
* Significant opportunities for professional development
Key Responsibilities:
* Deputise for the Home Manager in their absence, providing full leadership and operational management of the care home.
* Provide strong clinical leadership and supervision to staff nurses and care teams, ensuring the highest standards of person-centred elderly care.
* Ensure the home operates in full compliance with CQC regulations, company policies, and all health and safety standards.
* Support the Home Manager with staff recruitment, training, mentorship, and performance management.
* Oversee and manage medication rounds, care planning, and complex clinical interventions, maintaining your NMC PIN and leading by example.
* Act as a clinical lead, championing best practices in dementia care, palliative care, and chronic disease management.
* Build and maintain excellent relationships with residents, families, healthcare professionals, and local authorities.
* Assist in the financial management of the home, including budget control and resource allocation.
What We Are Looking For (Essential Requirements):
* A valid NMC PIN as a Registered Nurse (RGN, RMN, or RNLD) is highly desirable.
* A minimum of 2 years of management experience in a healthcare setting, specifically within a UK nursing home or care home.
* Proven experience in a leadership role (e.g., Clinical Deputy Manager, Unit Lead, Ward Manager, Ward Sister, or Clinical Lead).
* In-depth knowledge of CQC standards and a proven track record of driving and maintaining high-quality ratings.
* Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills.
* A strong, hands-on clinical background with excellent knowledge of elderly care and best practices.
* A proactive, decisive, and compassionate leader dedicated to providing the highest quality of care.
How to Apply:
If you are a motivated Registered Nurse or Clinical Services Manager with the leadership experience and passion to excel as our Deputy Care Home Manager, we would love to hear from you.
Please click the ‘Apply Now’ button to submit your application through Indeed.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £52,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Work Location: In perso

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