Care Home Deputy Manager — Lead & Develop Team

Leonard Cheshire; Sharnford; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday per year

Pension scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Health Cash Plan

Career development and apprenticeships

Free DBS check

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Leonard Cheshire is hiring a Deputy Manager for a King Street care home in the UK. You will lead a dedicated team to provide high‑quality, person‑centred care while supporting independence for residents with disabilities.

The role requires leadership experience in health and social care, strong communication, and the ability to work flexibly including weekends and on‑call shifts. Leonard Cheshire offers a competitive benefits package and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• A Level 5 Leadership in Health & Social Care qualification (or willingness to work towards it).
• Experience providing direct personal and social care.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team.
• Strong communication, organisational, and observational skills.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety, safeguarding, and best practice in care.
• Confidence working independently and using initiative.
• Empathy, integrity, and a genuine commitment to empowering others.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supervising a team of support staff, providing guidance, coaching, and development opportunities.
• Overseeing person‑centred plans — assessing, planning, implementing, and reviewing to meet each individual’s unique needs and goals.
• Ensuring safe and effective delivery of high‑quality care that promotes dignity, privacy, and independence.
• Monitoring health, wellbeing, and safety, including medication management and compliance with Health & Safety and safeguarding standards.
• Managing shift organisation and ensuring effective communication across the team.
• Supporting recruitment, induction, supervision, and appraisal of staff.
• Maintaining accurate records, overseeing budgets, and contributing to effective resource management.
• Working collaboratively with families, professionals, and external agencies.

Skills

Care experience

Team leadership

Communication skills

Health & safety knowledge

Independence and initiative

Empathy and integrity

Education

Leadership Level 5 (Health & Social Care)

Job description

Leonard Cheshire is hiring a Deputy Manager for a King Street care home in the UK. You will lead a dedicated team to provide high‑quality, person‑centred care while supporting independence for residents with disabilities.

The role requires leadership experience in health and social care, strong communication, and the ability to work flexibly including weekends and on‑call shifts. Leonard Cheshire offers a competitive benefits package and career development opportunities.