Deputy Home Manager

Care South Residential; Poole; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Poole is seeking a compassionate Deputy Home Manager to support day-to-day operations and ensure high standards of care. The ideal candidate should have experience at the Care Team Leader level or above and a passion for person-centred care. This role offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including career development and flexible working hours.

Benefits

Key Performance Partnership Bonus

Blue Light Discount Card

Paid induction and ongoing training

Career development

Flexible working hours

Competitive pay

Free DBS check

Life insurance

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Currently working at Care Team Leader level or above.
• Experience in a residential care setting.
• Demonstrated strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager in leadership and development.
• Oversee assessments for prospective residents.
• Provide supervision and direction to care teams.
• Promote a culture of learning, safety, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Experience in residential care

Passion for person-centred care

Job description

About The Role

Deputy Home Manager
Location: Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch
Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Care South is a not-for-profit charity dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to residents in our homes. We are currently seeking a compassionate and experienced Deputy Home Manager to join our team and help lead one of our welcoming residential homes.

About the Role

As Deputy Home Manager, you will support the Home Manager in the day‑to‑day running of the home, ensuring high standards of care and safety. You will provide leadership, guidance, and supervision to the care team, and take full responsibility for the home in the Manager’s absence.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager in leadership and development
• Oversee assessments for prospective residents
• Provide supervision and direction to care teams
• Promote a culture of learning, safety, and continuous improvement

About You

To be considered, you should:

• Be currently working at Care Team Leader level or above
• Have experience in a residential care setting
• Demonstrate strong communication and leadership skills
• Be passionate about person‑centred care

Why Join Care South?

We value and reward our team members with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Key Performance Partnership Bonus
• Blue Light Discount Card
• Paid induction and ongoing training
• Career development and industry‑recognised qualifications
• NMC pin fees paid (where applicable)
• Employee wellbeing and assistance programmes
• Flexible working hours and competitive pay
• Free DBS check, life insurance, and contributory pension scheme

Our Values

We live by our HEART values: Honesty, Excellence, Approach, Respect, and Teamwork. These guide everything we do—from compassionate care to creating joyful moments through Food, Fun, and Friendship.

Additional Information

• We are unable to offer visa sponsorship

Apply Today

If you’re kind, caring, and ready to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and become part of something truly special at Care South.

About Us

PEOPLE | PASSION | PURPOSE

Care South are one of the top 20 rated Care Home Groups in the UK based on published reviews from residents and their family and friends at carehome.co.uk.

As a not-for-profit charity, our HEART values are key to us providing outstanding care. For more information about us, our values and benefits, please visit our website: http://www.care-south.co.uk/about-us

For any questions please contact the recruitment team on 01202712448.