Clinical Deputy Manager – Elderly Nursing Home

Compass Associates; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 49,500 - 60,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£200 John Lewis voucher for successful referrals

Job summary

A respected healthcare recruiter is seeking a Clinical Deputy Manager for an elderly nursing home in Gillingham, Kent. The role involves supporting the Home Manager, leading nursing teams, and ensuring high-quality care. Candidates must have an RGN qualification with an active NMC pin and at least two years of managerial experience in a nursing home. This is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about elderly care and clinical excellence, offering a salary of £55,000 per annum and a 37-hour work week.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid RGN qualification with an active NMC pin.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as Deputy Manager or Clinical Lead.
• Experience in a nursing home environment is needed.

Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager in clinical and operational duties.
• Lead and develop nursing and care teams.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality care.
• Oversee clinical governance and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical governance

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

RGN qualification with active NMC pin

Job description

Clinical Deputy Manager – Elderly Nursing Home

Location: Gillingham, Kent

Salary: £55,000 per annum

Contracted Hours: 37 hours per week

Qualification: RGN Required (Active NMC Pin)

Compass Associates are proud to be working in partnership with a highly regarded elderly nursing home near Gillingham, who are seeking an experienced Clinical Deputy Manager to join their leadership team.

This well-established home provides nursing, dementia and residential care and has a strong reputation for high-quality, person-centred care. This is an excellent opportunity for an existing Deputy Manager or Clinical Lead looking to step into a supportive, supernumerary leadership role.

The Role

As Clinical Deputy Manager, you will:

• Support the Home Manager in the day-to-day clinical and operational running of the home
• Lead, mentor and develop the nursing and care teams
• Ensure the home consistently delivers safe, effective and high-quality care
• Oversee clinical governance, audits, care planning and compliance
• Work closely as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Act as a positive role model with a hands-on, supportive leadership style

Candidate Requirements

To be considered, you must have:

• RGN qualification with an active NMC pin
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Deputy Manager (or equivalent Clinical Lead role)
• Previous experience working within a nursing home environment
• Strong background in elderly and dementia nursing care
• A genuine passion for elderly care and clinical excellence
• Confident leadership, communication and organisational skills

Interview Process

• Stage 1: Interview with the Home Manager
• Stage 2: Formal interview with the Home Manager & Operations Manager

Location & Commutability

The home is based near Gillingham, Kent and is easily commutable from Chatham, Rainham, Snodland, Rochester, Bearsted, Sittingbourne, East Malling, Maidstone, Kemsley, Otham and Sevenoaks.

Referral Bonus

Compass Associates Ltd offers a £200 John Lewis voucher for every successful candidate recommended.

Contact

If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity please contact Lily Bulbeck on 02393874321 or 07921588667. Or alternatively send an up to date CV to [e-mail]