Deputy Home Manager

Search Consultancy; Exeter; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern nursing home based in Exeter is seeking a Nurse Qualified Deputy Home Manager to oversee clinical leadership and compliance with care standards. The role involves managing nursing staff, ensuring best practices, and supporting the Home Manager in day-to-day operations. Ideal candidates must demonstrate strong leadership abilities and have a solid understanding of regulations. This position offers a competitive salary starting from £50,000 per annum and is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to high-quality nursing and residential care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must be Nurse qualified with relevant experience in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of CQC regulations and NMC standards is essential.
• Experience in managing nursing staff and clinical governance.

Responsibilities

• Support Home Manager in overall management and performance.
• Provide clinical leadership and ensure best nursing practices.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and internal policies.
• Lead and mentor nursing and care teams.
• Oversee care planning and clinical audits.
• Support recruitment and training of nursing staff.
• Deputise for Home Manager when necessary.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Mentoring nursing teams

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

Nurse qualified

Job description

Job Title: Deputy Home Manager (Nurse Qualified)

Location: Exeter

Home Type: 72-bed modern, spacious nursing home

Contract: Full-time

Salary: Upwards of £50,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

About the Home

We are a modern, well‑equipped 72-bed nursing home based in Exeter, providing high‑quality nursing and residential care in a spacious and supportive environment. The home is committed to delivering outstanding, person‑centred care and maintaining excellent clinical and regulatory standards.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Nurse‑qualified Deputy Home Manager to support the Home Manager in the day‑to‑day leadership and clinical oversight of the service. This is a senior role combining hands‑on nursing, staff leadership, and governance, ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance across the home.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager with the overall management and performance of the home
• Provide strong clinical leadership and act as a role model for best nursing practice
• Ensure compliance with CQC regulations, NMC standards, and internal policies
• Lead, mentor, and develop nursing and care teams
• Oversee care planning, risk assessments, medication management, and clinical audits
• Support recruitment, staff supervision, appraisals, and ongoing training
• Deputise for the Home Manager