Deputy Home Manager

Electus Healthcare; Carryduff; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Electus Healthcare’s Saintfield Lodge Care Home in Carryduff is seeking a Deputy Manager to support the Home Manager in daily operations, ensuring high-quality resident care and regulatory compliance. The role anchors a strong leadership presence within a dedicated team.

We welcome candidates with an RGN qualification and UK PIN, proven supervisory experience, and a commitment to delivering person-centred care.

Qualifications

• RGN with active UK PIN required.
• Proven supervisory experience in healthcare or care home setting.
• Strong leadership and communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Home Manager with daily operations and regulatory compliance.
• Supervise staff and provide guidance to improve performance.
• Develop and implement person-centred care plans for residents.
• Monitor care quality and address issues promptly.
• Coordinate staff training and development opportunities.
• Oversee medication administration and record keeping.

Skills

Strong leadership

Excellent communication

Team supervision

Education

RGN with UK PIN

Health or social care qualification

Job description

Job Description

Location

Saintfield Lodge Care Home, 4 Old Saintfield Road, Carryduff

We are seeking a Deputy Manager to join our exceptional team at Electus Healthcare in Saintfield Lodge Care Home. This role is pivotal in supporting the management of our care homes and ensuring that we provide outstanding care to our residents. You will play a key role in fostering a supportive environment for both staff and residents.

Pay rate £24.73 - £27.50 per hour

Responsibilities

• Assist the Home Manager in overseeing daily operations and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Supervise staff members, providing guidance and support to enhance their performance.
• Implement person-centred care plans tailored to individual resident needs.
• Monitor the quality of care provided and address any issues promptly.
• Coordinate training and development opportunities for team members.
• Manage medication administration processes and ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Foster a positive team culture that encourages collaboration and mutual support.

Requirements

About The Role

• NMC Pin
• Proven experience in a supervisory role within a healthcare or care home setting.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with residents, families, and staff.
• Understanding of medication administration protocols and healthcare regulations.
• A relevant qualification in health or social care is preferred.

Electus Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all members of the community.

About The Company

Electus Healthcare, a Northern Ireland based Care Home provider specialising in Nursing, Residential, Mental Health, Dementia, Learning Disability and Physical Disability Care.

The word Electus means 'Chosen' in Latin. Electus Healthcare’s vision is to provide exceptional care by people who have ‘Chosen to Care’.

We foster a culture where our People embody our Values and Behaviours, embracing Inclusivity, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our Mission - To enable Residents to have a meaningful, fulfilled, and independent life, within a ‘risk safe’ and well led environment.

Company Culture

Electus Healthcare are a new and dynamic healthcare provider, specialising in delivering the highest possible standards of person centred care. Electus have eight care homes in Northern Ireland, offering a range of services from nursing, dementia, mental health and complex needs care.

Would you like to join our amazing team of healthcare professionals? Electus are devoted to the professional development of all our team members, investing in a wide range of training and skill building opportunities that help to boost confidence and ability.

The Electus culture promotes team working and supporting one another to provide the best care possible for our residents.

Required Criteria

• RGN qualified with active UK PIN Number
• Excellent working knowledge of regulatory standards
• Experience running a care home is essential
• Strong leadership skills
• Understanding and Compassionate nature
• Committed to delivering high quality care

Closing Date

Thursday 5th November, 2026

Contract Type

fulltime

Salary

From £24.73 Hourly to £27.50 Hourly