Deputy Manager

Cinnamon Care Collection; Greater London; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home provider in Greater London is seeking a compassionate and experienced Deputy Manager to support the daily operations of a luxurious residential home. Key responsibilities include assisting the General Manager, overseeing resident care, and mentoring team members. The ideal candidate has prior management experience, excellent communication skills, and a background in clinical practice. This position offers a competitive salary up to £55,000 per year and various employee benefits including paid breaks and a pension plan.

Benefits

Paid Breaks

Uniforms

Staff Meals

Nest Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Care Workers Charity

'Spice of Life' Discount Scheme

Cycle Scheme

Eye Care

Refer a Friend Scheme

Reward Vouchers

Quarterly & Annual Recognition Awards

Qualifications

• Experience as a Deputy Manager or in care home leadership.
• Excellent communication skills required.
• Recent clinical practice evidence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist the General Manager in daily operations.
• Oversee care for residents based on needs.
• Mentor and support team members.

Skills

Management experience

Communication skills

Clinical practice

Medication administration knowledge

IT skills

Education

NVQ Level 4/5

Job description

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Deputy Manager
Up to £55,000 p.a. dependent on qualifications & experience
A Top 20 Care Home Group 2025!

Awarded One of The 'UK's Best Companies To Work For

Rectory Court is a stunning 41 bedded luxurious residential home located in Blackheath.

We have an exciting role for a confident, compassionate and experienced Deputy Manager who will assist the General Manager in all aspects of the day to day running of the home on a 24‑hour basis. You will also deputise for the General Manager across the whole range of their duties in their absence.

Our team member benefits include:

• Paid Breaks
• Uniforms
• Staff Meals
• Nest Pension
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Care Workers Charity
• 'Spice of Life' - Discount Retail Scheme
• Cycle Scheme
• Eye Care
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Reward Vouchers
• Quarterly & Annual Company Recognition Awards

Ideally you will have experience as a RGN but if you can demonstrate previous care home leadership experience, you will be considered. You will ensure all aspects of the management of the home meet with the Essential Standards of Quality and Safety and the requirements of the Care Quality Commission. You will need to be able to support and manage teams and demonstrate a calm and professional manner at all times.

You will oversee and maintain the care of the residents living at the home, ensuring each resident receives care according to their individual needs. Mentoring and supporting team members at all times ensuring appraisals/training/supervisions are up to date.

Essential requirements:

• Previous management/supervisory experience inc NVQ Level 4/5.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills including IT skills
• Evidence of recent clinical practice
• Evidence of management and administration of medication competency
• Knowledge of NMC code of Conduct and standards