Clinical Deputy Manager

Care Concern Group; Colyton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned care provider in Colyton is seeking an experienced Clinical Deputy Manager to lead a dedicated care team and ensure the highest standards of care for residents. Responsibilities include mentoring staff, building relationships with residents and their families, and stepping into the Home Manager's role as needed. The ideal candidate is a Registered Nurse with leadership experience and a passion for enhancing the quality of life for older people. This position offers a competitive salary, flexible hours, and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

£50,000 - £55,000 salary

40 hours per week

Paid DBS

Pension scheme

Free onsite parking

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Qualifications

• Strong clinical knowledge and skills as a Registered Nurse (RGN or RMN).
• Previous leadership or deputy management experience in a care home or healthcare setting.
• Passion for working with older people and enhancing their quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Lead the home in the absence of the Home Manager.
• Support and mentor a dedicated care team.
• Ensure high-quality care is delivered.

Skills

Registered Nurse (RGN or RMN)

Leadership in healthcare

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Overview

Silverleigh Care Home in Exeter is offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate Clinical Deputy Manager to step into a leadership role where you can make a genuine difference every single day. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on responsibility, inspires others through example, and is motivated by ensuring the highest standards of care are delivered to our residents. You will work alongside our Home Manager, be an integral part of the leadership team, and take full responsibility for the home when the Home Manager is off duty.

This is your chance to bring clinical expertise, leadership, and compassion together in a role that truly matters. You will support and mentor a dedicated care team, embedding a culture of kindness, respect, and continuous improvement. You will ensure every resident’s care plan is tailored to their needs and that their health, safety, and wellbeing are always prioritised. You will build meaningful relationships with residents and their families, supporting them with sensitivity and reassurance. You will work closely with external professionals to ensure joined-up care, and step confidently into the Home Manager’s role when needed, leading the home with professionalism and integrity.

What We’re Looking For

• Registered Nurse (RGN or RMN) with strong clinical knowledge and skills
• Previous leadership or deputy management experience in a care home or healthcare setting
• Passion for working with older people and enhancing their quality of life
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and inspire others
• Confidence to manage the home in the absence of the Home Manager

About Us

Silverleigh Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with over 100 homes across the United Kingdom. We are proud of our outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality care and creating supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams thrive. Our five core values - Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, Inclusivity - underpin everything we do.

What We Offer

• £50,000 - £55,000 per year, dependent on experience
• 40 hours per week, including supernumerary hours
• Monday to Friday, 9.00 – 17.00, with flexibility to meet the needs of the home
• Weekend leadership cover, typically every other weekend
• Paid DBS, pension scheme, free onsite parking, and uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (pro rata for a full-time contract)

What You Will Do

As Clinical Deputy Manager, you will be at the heart of delivering and driving exceptional clinical standards across the home. You will support and mentor the care team, ensure high-quality care is delivered, and help maintain a safe, respectful, and thriving environment for residents and staff.