Deputy Care Home Manager

Purosearch Ltd; Timsbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A developing care provider is seeking a Deputy Care Home Manager for their residential home in Bath, specializing in elderly care and dementia. The role involves overseeing daily operations, leading a team, and ensuring high standards of care. Strong leadership and communication skills are vital. Applicants should have prior experience in a care home environment. Competitive salary offered between £35,000-£40,000.

Qualifications

• Experience as a team leader or deputy manager in a care home.
• Strong leadership abilities in supervising teams.
• Compassionate approach to enhance residents' quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations ensuring high standards of care.
• Supervise and support nursing staff delivering high-quality care.
• Manage day-to-day operations including staffing and training.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Team supervision

Dementia care knowledge

Job description

Deputy Care Home Manager Bath £35,000-£40,000

Puro are working with a developing care provider to recruit a Deputy Care Home Manager for their residential home in Bath. The home specialises in care for the elderly and those with dementia.

The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in overseeing the daily operations of the home, ensuring high standards of care for all residents. This position requires strong leadership skills, the ability to supervise staff effectively, and a commitment to providing exceptional care. Part of your daily responsibilities include administering medication, completing updating care plans, assessments, ordering medications, DOLs referrals, appraisal and supervision of staff with the support of the Registered Manager.

Deputy Care Home Manager Duties:

• Assist the Manager in the overall management of the care home, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
• Supervise and support nursing staff, providing guidance and leadership in delivering high-quality care to residents.
• Develop and implement care plans tailored to individual resident needs, ensuring that all aspects of their health and well-being are addressed.
• Foster a positive environment that promotes resident dignity, independence, and quality of life.
• Conduct regular assessments of resident care and staff performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
• Collaborate with families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
• Manage day-to-day operations including staffing schedules, training programmes, and maintaining health and safety standards within the facility.
• Be part of the On-call rota system.

Deputy Care Home Manager Requirements:

• Experience as a team leader / head of care / deputy manager
• Previous experience in a care home
• Strong leadership abilities with proven experience in supervising teams within a care setting.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with residents, families, and staff members.
• Knowledge of dementia care practices is an advantage.
• A compassionate approach towards residents with a commitment to enhancing their quality of life.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining attention to detail.

For more information or to apply please call Steph at puro on 01614411441 or email your cv to s.hamilton @ purosearch.com