Care Home Deputy Manager — Leadership & Safeguarding

Willing Care Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Willing Care Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Deputy Home Manager to help lead an elderly residential care home. The role focuses on person-centred support, safeguarding responsibilities, and ensuring CQC compliance while supporting the Home Manager in daily operations.

You will oversee a caring team, work closely with families and external agencies, and drive safeguarding pathways. The position offers the chance to influence care quality and mentor staff within a safe,

Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager in the operational leadership of the care home
• Ensure full compliance with CQC standards and safeguarding protocols
• Lead and mentor care staff, supporting supervision and professional development
• Establish and action referral pathways for safeguarding adults and concerns of abuse
• Participate in recruitment, staff training, and performance reviews
• Foster strong relationships with residents, families, and health & social care professionals
• All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.

Job description

Willing Care Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Deputy Home Manager to help lead an elderly residential care home. The role focuses on person-centred support, safeguarding responsibilities, and ensuring CQC compliance while supporting the Home Manager in daily operations.

You will oversee a caring team, work closely with families and external agencies, and drive safeguarding pathways. The position offers the chance to influence care quality and mentor staff within a safe,