Deputy Home Manager

Willing care; Brome; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative care service in Brome is seeking a compassionate Deputy Home Manager to oversee operations in an elderly residential care home. This full-time position offers a salary of up to £35,000 and involves supporting the Home Manager, ensuring compliance with CQC standards, and mentoring staff. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 or 4 qualification in Health & Social Care and proven experience in care home leadership, creating a safe and caring environment for residents.

Benefits

Blue Light Card Scheme - discounts on hundreds of retailers and services

Employee Assistance Programme - for mental health and wellbeing support

Career development and internal progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Deputy Home Manager or in a similar senior care role.
• Experience navigating safeguarding responsibilities and CQC compliance.
• Passionate about person-centred support.

Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager in the operational leadership of the care home.
• Ensure full compliance with CQC standards and safeguarding protocols.
• Lead and mentor care staff, supporting supervision and professional development.

Skills

Leadership and communication skills

Knowledge of CQC regulations

Experience working with elderly client group

Education

Minimum Level 3 or 4 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Deputy Home Manager | Elderly Care Home | Up to £35,000 Full-Time | 40 Hours per Week | Leadership Opportunity Our client is now looking for a compassionate and capable Deputy Home Manager to help lead the way, in their beautiful elderly residential care home This is an exciting opportunity to join an innovative care service from the very beginning. The ideal candidate will be experienced in care home leadership, passionate about person-centred support, and confident navigating safeguarding responsibilities and CQC compliance. As Deputy Home Manager, you'll support the Home Manager in overseeing the day-to-day running of the service, ensuring a safe, caring, and empowering environment for residents.

• Support the Home Manager in the operational leadership of the care home
• Ensure full compliance with CQC standards and safeguarding protocols
• Lead and mentor care staff, supporting supervision and professional development
• Establish and action referral pathways for safeguarding adults and concerns of abuse
• Participate in recruitment, staff training, and performance reviews
• Foster strong relationships with residents, families, and health & social care professionals
• Minimum Level 3 or 4 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
• Proven experience as a Deputy Home Manager or in a similar senior care role
• Excellent knowledge of CQC regulations and safeguarding practices
• Experience working with elderly client group
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Blue Light Card Scheme - discounts on hundreds of retailers and services
• Employee Assistance Programme - for mental health and wellbeing support
• Career development and internal progression opportunities
• Be part of the founding team in a brand-new care home