Clinical Deputy Manager

Care Concern Group; Biggleswade; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NMC PIN fees

DBS paid

Pension scheme

Uniform provided

Annual leave

Leadership development

Progression to Home Manager

Leadership team support

Culture shift

Job summary

Penrose Care Home, part of Care Concern Group, is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) to join the leadership team as Clinical Deputy Manager. This senior role offers a real chance to shape care quality, governance and staffing across the home in Biggleswade.

You will lead clinical governance, oversee care planning and audits, and mentor nursing staff while working closely with the Home Manager and leadership team to drive improvements and ensure residents receive compassionate,

Qualifications

• Current RGN or RMN registration with a valid NMC PIN.
• Extensive nursing leadership experience in care homes.
• Experience with governance, audits and compliance.
• Passion for developing others and delivering person-centred care.
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills.
• Proactive problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical governance and maintain high standards of care
• Oversee care planning, medication management, risk and safeguarding
• Complete audits and drive improvements
• Support regulatory compliance and inspections readiness
• Coach and develop nursing and care staff
• Monitor home performance with the Home Manager
• Support recruitment, induction and development of clinical teams
• Act as senior leader in Home Manager's absence
• Build positive relationships with residents and families

Skills

NMC PIN

Nursing leadership

Clinical governance

Job description

Situated in the residential area of Kings Reach in the market town of Biggleswade, our private, luxury care home offers several types of care for up to 65 residents.

The home is now under new management, bringing fresh leadership, renewed energy and a clear vision for the future. We are building on the strengths of the home while creating a positive, supportive and ambitious culture where residents and colleagues genuinely come first.

We are looking for an experienced Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) to join our leadership team as Clinical Deputy Manager and play a key role in shaping this exciting next chapter.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate clinical leader who wants to make a real difference, develop their leadership career and work within a home where their ideas, experience and contribution will be valued.

What We Offer

• £62,000 per annum
• 40 hours per week
• Paid NMC PIN fees
• Paid DBS
• Pension scheme
• Uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)
• Ongoing clinical and leadership development
• Clear progression opportunities towards Home Manager
• Support from an experienced Home Manager, Regional Team and Senior Leadership Team
• The opportunity to help shape the culture and success of a home under new management

Your role

As Clinical Deputy Manager, you will work closely with the Home Manager to provide strong clinical and operational leadership across the home.

You will be a visible and approachable leader, supporting our nursing and care teams to deliver safe, compassionate and consistently high-quality care. You will have a key role in creating a culture where colleagues feel supported, residents feel valued and everyone is encouraged to achieve their best.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading clinical governance and maintaining consistently high standards of care
• Overseeing care planning, medication management, clinical risk and safeguarding
• Completing audits and using findings to drive meaningful improvements
• Supporting regulatory compliance and preparing for inspections
• Coaching, mentoring and developing nurses and care colleagues
• Working alongside the Home Manager to monitor and improve home performance
• Supporting the recruitment, induction and development of clinical teams
• Acting as the senior leader in the Home Manager's absence
• Building positive relationships with residents, families and colleagues
• Leading by example and helping to establish a positive, accountable and supportive team culture

About You

We are looking for a confident and compassionate Registered Nurse who is ready to take the next step in their leadership career.

You will ideally have:

• Current RGN or RMN registration with a valid NMC PIN
• Strong clinical knowledge and experience within a care home or similar setting
• Previous leadership or senior nursing experience
• Experience with clinical governance, audits and compliance
• A passion for developing and supporting others
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills
• A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement
• A genuine commitment to delivering person‑centred care

Most importantly, you will be someone who leads with compassion, integrity and positivity, and who wants to be part of building something great.

We are creating a culture where great leadership is recognised, ideas are welcomed and people are supported to grow. You will have the opportunity to work closely with an experienced leadership team, influence positive change and play a key role in the continued development of the home.

About Us

Penrose Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create.