Clinical Deputy Manager

Orchard Care Homes; Telscombe; On-site; GBP 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A local care service provider in Telscombe is seeking a Clinical Deputy Manager to support the Home Manager in delivering outstanding care. You will lead the care team, ensuring compliance with standards while fostering a positive culture. The ideal candidate is a qualified nurse with leadership experience, excellent communication skills, and a passion for care. Competitive salary of £53,000 per annum and various employee perks offered.

Benefits

£53,000 per annum

Funding for annual NMC revalidation

Career development opportunities

Colleague discounts

Employee recognition schemes

Employee Assistance Programme

Company-supported pension scheme

Fully funded DBS check

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar leadership role within a care setting.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to foster a supportive team culture.

Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager in maintaining care standards.
• Lead and supervise the care team.
• Participate in assessments and care reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Qualified nurse with an active NMC PIN

Level 5 Leadership and Management for Adult Care qualification

Job description

About the Role

As a Clinical Deputy Manager you will support the Home Manager in ensuring the highest standards of care are maintained and lead the care team to deliver outstanding care.

• Assist in the day‑to‑day operations of the home, ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
• Lead, supervise, and support the care team to deliver outstanding care.
• Participate in assessments and care reviews, acting as a key contact for residents, families, and staff.
• Foster strong relationships with multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
• Promote a positive, resident‑focused culture in line with our “Good” CQC rating.

What We’re Looking For

• A qualified nurse with an active NMC PIN.
• Previous experience in a similar leadership role within a care setting.
• Ideally holds or is working towards a Level 5 Leadership and Management for Adult Care qualification.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• A natural ability to put others at ease and foster a supportive team culture.

Everything You’ll Love

• £53,000 per annum.
• Funding for annual NMC revalidation and PIN renewal.
• Career development from day one, with clear progression pathways.
• Hundreds of colleague discounts every month across shopping, holidays, dining, tech, and more.
• Excellent employee recognition schemes such as ‘Making a Difference’ award and Long Service Awards.
• Free emotional, practical, and financial support that’s fully confidential, through an Employee Assistance Programme helpline and wellbeing app that’s available 24/7, all year round.
• Company‑supported pension scheme to invest in your future.
• Fully funded DBS check.

About Riverdale Care Homes

Within walking distance from the Parish Church and the River Rother, Riverdale Residential Care Home provides residential and dementia care in a warm and friendly environment. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones. Your professional development will be actively encouraged, with plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.