Clinical Deputy Manager

Leaders in Care; Romford; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Light Card eligibility

Refer-a-friend bonus

Career progression within a multi-site

Training and development opportunities

Comprehensive induction

Job summary

Leaders in Care seeks an experienced Clinical Deputy Manager in Romford to lead clinical care within a multi-site provider. You will report to the Home Manager and drive high standards of care, governance and resident experience.

The role requires an NMC-registered nurse with senior nursing leadership experience and a strong grasp of CQC regulations, QUALITY assurance, and staff development to support the nursing and care teams.

Qualifications

• NMC registration as a Registered Nurse is required.
• Experience in senior nursing roles (Senior Nurse/Clinical Lead/Deputy Manager).
• Strong knowledge of CQC regulations and adult social care best practice.
• Proven ability to lead nursing and care teams.

Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager with day-to-day operational management of the home.
• Provide clinical leadership to nursing and care teams.
• Oversee care planning, risk assessments and clinical governance.
• Maintain high standards in line with CQC regulations and best practice.
• Lead audits, quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support staff supervision, training and performance management.
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels and contribute to rota planning.
• Build relationships with residents, relatives and healthcare professionals.
• Manage incidents, complaints and safeguarding concerns appropriately.
• Take responsibility for the service in the Home Manager’s absence.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Staff supervision

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

NMC Registered Nurse

Job description

Romford, Essex | Circa £60,000 per annum | 40 Hours per Week

Are you an experienced Clinical Deputy Manager or senior nurse looking to take the next step in your leadership career?

We are recruiting for a Clinical Deputy Manager to join an established nursing home in Romford. Offering a salary of circa £60,000 per annum, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced NMC Registered Nurse to join the management team of an independent, multi-site care provider.

Working closely with the Home Manager, you’ll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the service, providing strong clinical leadership to the nursing and care teams while maintaining high standards of care, compliance and resident experience.

The Role

As Clinical Deputy Manager, you will:

• Support the Home Manager with the day-to-day operational management of the home

• Provide clinical leadership and guidance to nursing and care teams

• Oversee care planning, risk assessments and clinical governance

• Maintain high standards in line with CQC regulations and best practice

• Lead audits, quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives

• Support staff supervision, training, development and performance management

• Ensure appropriate staffing levels and contribute to rota planning

• Build strong relationships with residents, relatives and healthcare professionals

• Manage incidents, complaints and safeguarding concerns appropriately

• Take responsibility for the service in the Home Manager’s absence

About You

To be considered for this Clinical Deputy Manager position, you will need:

• A valid NMC registration as a Registered Nurse

• Previous experience as a Senior Nurse, Clinical Lead, Unit Manager or Deputy Manager

• Strong knowledge of CQC regulations and adult social care best practice

• Experience leading and developing nursing and care teams

• Good understanding of clinical governance, audits and quality assurance

• Strong communication, organisation and leadership skills

• A genuine commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care

What’s on Offer?

• Salary circa £60,000 per annum

• Permanent, 40-hour contract

• Comprehensive induction

• Ongoing training and career development

• Opportunities for progression within a multi-site care group

• Further NVQ development opportunities following probation

• Blue Light Card eligibility

• Refer-a-friend bonus

• Employee recognition and reward scheme

• Supportive and values-led working environment

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced nurse leader who wants to take on greater responsibility while remaining closely involved in the clinical quality of a service.