Clinical Deputy Manager

Bupa Occupational Health; England; On-site; GBP 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is looking for a Clinical Deputy Manager for Thatcham Court Care Home. This role includes overseeing nursing care, managing individual care plans, and ensuring adequate staffing. Candidates should be registered nurses with strong leadership and communication skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, a welcome bonus, health support, and 33 days holiday. The position fosters a compassionate community atmosphere amongst residents and staff.

Benefits

Free 24/7 healthcare support

Annual allowance for Bupa products

Early access to earned wages

33 days holiday

Sick pay scheme

Long-service rewards

Free meal on shift

Interest-free annual travel loan

Various pension plans

Parental leave support

Menopause support program

Gym membership discounts

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a valid NMC PIN, committed to professional development.
• Championing independence, choice, and dignity for residents.
• Up-to-date knowledge of infection control and community care best practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee nursing care and activities within the home.
• Update individual care plans and manage medication records.
• Ensure adequate staffing through efficient rota management.
• Support and guide the team to enhance residents' independence.
• Build lasting relationships with residents and families.
• Develop local partnerships to raise the care home's profile.

Skills

Registered Nurse with valid NMC PIN

In-depth understanding of nursing care

Knowledge of tissue viability and infection control

Effective communication

Leadership skills

Excellent time management

Compassionate team player

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

Clinical Deputy Manager – Thatcham Court Care Home, Thatcham, RG18 4QL

Salary: Up to £53,393 per annum – depending on experience.

Contract: Permanent, 40 hours per week (Monday‑Friday). Occasional night visits or weekend work may be required.

Welcome bonus: £2,000*.

At Bupa we support those when they need it the most. Our care homes deliver person‑centred care, supporting independence and honouring choice, helping residents live their best lives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and assist all aspects of nursing care and activities within the home.
• Co‑create and update individual care plans for residents, maintaining clear, accurate and up‑to‑date medication records.
• Maintain correct staffing levels through efficient rota management, ensuring adequate staffing at all times.
• Provide day‑to‑day support and guidance to the team, promoting residents’ independence, choice and dignity.
• Build lasting relationships with residents and their families, fostering a sense of community within the home.
• Develop strong relationships with local partners, liaising with them to raise the care home’s profile locally and beyond.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a valid NMC PIN, committed to the NMC Codes of Conduct and professional development.
• In-depth understanding of the benefits of high‑quality nursing care, championing independence, choice and dignity for residents.
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of tissue viability, infection control and care planning.
• Effective communicator, able to build honest relationships with residents and families.
• Natural leader, ready to share clinical experience, mentor the team, delegate effectively and promote excellent customer service.
• Excellent time‑management, prioritising workload efficiently.
• Respectful and compassionate team player, dedicated to delivering personal best.

Benefits

• My Healthcare – Free 24/7 support, advice, and treatment including remote GP appointments, physiotherapy and mental health support.
• Annual allowance redeemable for Bupa products, approx. value £350.
• Wagestream – Early access to up to 40% of earned wages within minutes.
• 33 days holiday.
• Sick pay scheme – statutory plus additional support for longer absences.
• Long‑service rewards – e‑cards, extra holidays and cash for milestones.
• Free meal on every shift.
• Interest‑free annual travel loan for public transport season tickets.
• Range of Bupa pension plans – find out more on our career site.
• Parental leave – schemes for adoption, birth parents and co‑parents.
• Menopause plan – supports women to seek advice, choose treatment and take control of health.
• Access to discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK.

Why Bupa

We are a health insurer and provider with no shareholders; our customers are our focus. Our people share a purpose: helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We make health happen by being brave, caring and responsible in everything we do.

We champion diversity and encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

EEO Statement

Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. We ensure a fair interview/assessment process for eligible disabled applicants and provide reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment.

*Starter bonus will be paid in the next available pay run once four weeks of service is completed and is subject to tax and NI deductions.