Care Home Deputy Manager - Lead & Develop a Caring Team

Salutem Care & Education; Bexhill-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free online GP service

Pension scheme

Blue Light Card

Sovereign Health Care Plan

Canada Life Group Life Assurance

Wagestream access

Refer-a-Friend rewards

Free DBS check

Job summary

Salutem Care & Education is seeking a Deputy Manager for The Highlands, a residential care home in Tyne & Wear. You will support the Registered Manager, oversee daily operations, and ensure high-quality person-centred care for adults with complex needs.

You will lead a team, ensure compliance with CQC standards, and promote best practice while fostering development and empowerment of staff and service users alike.

Qualifications

• NVQ/Diploma in Health and Social Care level 3/5 or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of CQC Regulations and Standards, the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards.
• Experience with individuals with communication difficulties is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Registered Manager in day-to-day running of the home.
• Ensure service users receive high-quality care and support.
• Monitor quality of care and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead and supervise staff, including appraisals and supervision meetings.
• Promote best practice and empower team development.

Skills

Communication skills

People management

Regulatory knowledge

Team leadership

De-escalation skills

Education

NVQ/Diploma in Health and Social Care (level 3/5)

Job description

Salutem Care & Education is seeking a Deputy Manager for The Highlands, a residential care home in Tyne & Wear. You will support the Registered Manager, oversee daily operations, and ensure high-quality person-centred care for adults with complex needs.

You will lead a team, ensure compliance with CQC standards, and promote best practice while fostering development and empowerment of staff and service users alike.