Deputy Care Home Manager

Nurse Seekers; Okehampton; Presencial; GBP 21.000 - 23.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Competitive hourly rate £15.20–£16.45

Permanent, full-time

45 hours per week

Management experience development

Make a difference in residents' lives

Resumo da vaga

Nurse Seekers is seeking a dedicated Deputy Care Home Manager for a residential care home in Okehampton. The role involves supporting the Home Manager in daily operations, leading the care team and ensuring residents receive high-quality care in a safe, comfortable environment.

Ideal candidates will have prior residential/nursing home experience, NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, and proven leadership.

Qualificações

• Experience in residential or nursing care homes for older people.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
• Experience at Senior Care Assistant level or above.
• Experience with medication administration is essential.

Responsabilidades

• Support the Home Manager with day-to-day running of the care home.
• Assist with care planning, staff rotas and supervisions.
• Support staff training, development and ongoing performance.
• Administering medication and ensuring safe medication practices.
• Take an active role in delivering hands-on care when required.
• Collaborate with the Activities and Wellbeing Coordinator to organise activities for residents.
• Promote a positive, supportive and person-centred care environment.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Communication

Organisational

Medication administration

Formação

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Descrição da vaga

Deputy Care Home Manager

Location: Okehampton, Devon

Salary: £15.20 – £16.45 per hour

Hours: 45 hours per week

Contract: Permanent, Full-time

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and experienced Deputy Care Home Manager to join a friendly care team at a residential care home in Okehampton.

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Senior Carer or existing Deputy Manager looking to take the next step in their career, supporting the day-to-day running of the home and helping to ensure residents receive the highest possible standard of care.

Working closely with the Home Manager, you will play an important role in leading the care team, maintaining high standards and ensuring residents enjoy a safe, comfortable and fulfilling environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting the Home Manager with the day-to-day running of the care home.
• Assisting with care planning, staff rotas and supervisions.
• Supporting staff training, development and ongoing performance.
• Administering medication and ensuring safe medication practices.
• Taking an active role in delivering hands‑on care when required.
• Working alongside the Activities and Wellbeing Coordinator to organise engaging activities for residents.
• Promoting a positive, supportive and person‑centred care environment.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience working within a residential or nursing care home for older people.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
• Experience at Senior Care Assistant level or above.
• Previous experience with medication administration is essential.
• Strong communication, organisational and leadership skills.
• A friendly, approachable and positive attitude with a genuine passion for providing outstanding care.

What's On Offer:

• Competitive hourly rate of £15.20 – £16.45.
• Permanent, full-time position.
• 45 hours per week, including some weekend shifts.
• An opportunity to develop your management experience and progress your career.
• The chance to make a genuine difference to residents' lives.

Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, as sponsorship is not available for this position