Deputy Care Manager

Purosearch Ltd; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £46,000 per year

Level 4 qualification support

Supportive management team

Career progression

Job summary

Purosearch Ltd in York is seeking an experienced Deputy Care Manager to support the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care for older people, including those with dementia. You will lead the care team and manage day-to-day operations under the Registered Manager, ensuring safe, compassionate care.

The role requires a Level 4 Health & Social Care qualification (or progression towards it) and a strong background in elderly and dementia care, with excellent leadership and safeguarding

Qualifications

• Level 4 Health & Social Care qualification.
• Proven Deputy Manager, Assistant Manager or strong Senior Care experience.
• Strong background in elderly and dementia care.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Good understanding of safeguarding, care planning and CQC requirements.
• Stable employment history with demonstrable longevity in previous roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the care team and support day-to-day management.
• Work closely with the Registered Manager to maintain high standards of care.
• Ensure residents receive safe, compassionate and dignified care.
• Contribute to ongoing quality improvements and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Care planning

Safeguarding

Dementia care

Education

Level 4 Health & Social Care qualification

Job description

Deputy Care Manager – £46,000

Location: York
Salary: £46,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time

We are looking for an experienced Deputy Care Manager to join our established care service in York, supporting the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care to older people, including those living with dementia.

This is a key leadership role working closely with the Registered Manager. You will support the day-to-day management of the service, lead and develop the care team, maintain high standards and ensure residents receive safe, compassionate and dignified care.

About You

We are looking for someone with:

• Level 4 Health & Social Care qualification, or willingness to work towards it.
• Proven Deputy Manager, Assistant Manager or strong Senior Care experience.
• A strong background in elderly and dementia care.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• A good understanding of safeguarding, care planning and CQC requirements.
• The confidence to lead a team and take responsibility.
• A stable employment history with demonstrable longevity in previous roles.

We are looking for someone who is committed to developing a long-term career in care management and who can bring experience, professionalism and strong leadership to the role.

What We Offer

• £46,000 per annum
• Support towards Level 4 qualification where required.
• Supportive management team.
• Genuine career progression.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of older people.