Deputy Care Home Manager

Cognigence; Hedge End; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading residential care provider in Southampton is seeking a Deputy Manager to join their supportive team. In this role, you'll lead care, ensure compliance with regulations, and have opportunities for career progression to Home Manager. The position offers a salary of up to GBP37,000 per year, alongside a company pension scheme and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Employee referral programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership role within residential care.
• Strong knowledge of care regulations and quality standards.
• Proactive, organised, and team-focused.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and develop the care team.
• Ensure safe, person-centred care in line with CQC standards.
• Oversee care plans, compliance, and audits.

Skills

Leadership

Knowledge of care regulations

Team-building

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Working towards Level 5

Job description

Deputy Manager
Location: Southampton
Salary: Up to GBP37,000 per year
Hours: 40 hours/week, Day Shift
Job Type: Full-time, In-person

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Deputy Manager to join our 20-bedded residential care home in Southampton, proudly rated GOOD by the CQC. Our home delivers person-centred care in a friendly, supportive environment for older adults.

As Deputy Manager, you ll work alongside the Home Manager to lead the team and ensure the highest standards of care. You ll be responsible for care planning, audits, and supporting the day-to-day running of the home. In the Manager s absence, you ll take charge of operations and team leadership.

This role offers a clear career path, with the opportunity to progress to Home Manager within 12 months, supported by further training and mentorship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, support, and develop the care team

• Ensure safe, person-centred care in line with CQC standards

• Oversee care plans, compliance, and audits

• Manage staff supervisions and development

• Build strong relationships with residents, families, and professionals

About You:

• Experience in a leadership role within residential care

• Strong knowledge of care regulations and quality standards

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (working towards Level 5 desirable)

• Proactive, organised, and team-focused

What We Offer:

• Salary up to GBP37,000 per year

• Clear progression to Home Manager

• Company pension scheme

• Free on-site parking

• Employee referral programme

If you re passionate about delivering outstanding care and developing your leadership career, apply today to join our dedicated team in Southampton.