Deputy Manager

Meridian Business Support; Eye; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected residential care home in Eye, Suffolk, seeks a dedicated Deputy Manager to support daily operations and deliver high-quality care. The ideal candidate has strong experience in senior care roles and is knowledgeable about CQC regulations. They offer a competitive salary of £35,000, ongoing training, and the chance to make a genuine impact within the team.

Benefits

Ongoing training and professional development

Supportive management team

Impactful role within established home

Qualifications

• Experienced Senior Carer, Team Leader, or Deputy Manager in residential/dementia care.
• Confident in leading teams and driving high standards.
• Approachable and committed to outstanding care.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in daily operations of the care home.
• Lead and mentor the care team.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team mentoring

CQC regulations knowledge

Compassionate care

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

NVQ Level 5 in Health & Social Care (desirable)

Job description

Deputy Manager – Residential Care Home

Location: Eye, Suffolk. Salary: £35,000 per annum. Hours: Full‑time, permanent.

Are you an experienced care professional ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? I’m supporting a respected residential care home in the picturesque town of Eye, Suffolk, who are looking for a dedicated Deputy Manager to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong senior care experience who’s passionate about providing exceptional standards of care.

The Role

As Deputy Manager, you will support the Registered Manager with the day‑to‑day running of the home, ensuring high‑quality, person‑centred care is consistently delivered. Your responsibilities will include leading and mentoring the care team, supporting with care planning and compliance, completing audits, ensuring regulatory standards are met, and building strong relationships with residents, families, and external professionals.

About You

I’m looking for someone who is an experienced Senior Carer, Team Leader, or Deputy Manager within residential or dementia care, confident in leading teams and driving high standards, and knowledgeable of CQC regulations. You’ll be passionate, approachable, and committed to delivering outstanding care. NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care is essential; Level 5 is desirable or you should be willing to work towards it.

What’s on Offer

A competitive salary of £35,000, a supportive management team, ongoing training and professional development, and the chance to make a genuine impact within a well‑established home.

If you’re a motivated, compassionate leader looking for your next opportunity, I’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch for a confidential chat.

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.