Deputy Manager

Salutem Care & Education; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS check

Pension scheme

Sovereign Health Care Plan

Refer-a-Friend Scheme

Job summary

The Old Orchard is recruiting a Deputy Manager to assist the Registered Manager in running the home in Radcliffe-on-Trent, ensuring safe, person-centred care for adults with learning and physical disabilities. You will lead the care team, oversee daily operations, monitor quality of care, and ensure compliance with CQC standards, the Mental Capacity Act, and the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards.

NVQ/Diploma in Health and Social Care level 3/5 and experience with communication difficulties are

Qualifications

• NVQ/Diploma in Health and Social Care level 3/5.
• Experience with individuals with communication difficulties is desirable.
• Sound knowledge of CQC regulations and the Mental Capacity Act.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Registered Manager in day-to-day home operations.
• Lead the staff team and oversee care quality and compliance.
• Promote person-centred care and develop life skills for residents.

Skills

HSC Diploma 3/5

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

NVQ/Diploma Health & Social Care 3/5

Tools

Regulatory standards

MCA guidance

CQC regulations

Job description

About The Company

The Old Orchard family are recruiting!

The Old Orchard is a picturesque 5-bedroom bungalow situated in the large village of Radcliffe-on-Trent, overlooking the River Trent! We support adults with learning disabilities and physical disabilities with associated sensory needs to live the life they love!

The individuals we support here at The Old Orchard love all things cooking, we're often found in the kitchen cooking up a storm and making all sorts of culinary delights! We love meeting up with friends from other services and spending time out at the local coffee shops and parks. We love getting stuck into arts and crafts, and love kicking back and relaxing whilst watching an in house show! The local area also has lots of lovely countryside to explore and small shops, cafes and pubs to socialise in too!

If you’re looking for a job that’s meaningful where you can make a difference - then it’s time to apply and help us live our best lives.

At Salutem Care and Education, we recognise the value and wisdom that come from all stages of life. Join our team to be a part of a community that truly appreciates the richness of age diversity.

About The Role

As a Deputy Manager you will assist the Registered Manager in all aspects of the day-to-day running of the home, this includes ensuring that the needs of the service users are met, managing the staff team, monitoring the quality of care and support, ensuring high standards of professional practice, whilst achieving compliance with external regulatory standards.

Reporting to the Registered Manager, the post holder will work to ensure that specialist and quality care and support for service users is maintained through assisting in the planning, implementation, supervision and evaluation of service user care and support. The Deputy Manager's will also be required to ensure that policies, procedures, systems and workplace practices are fully implemented and consistently applied.

You will be passionate about motivating and empowering your team and encouraging their development. You will also be an inspiring role model, leading by example, imparting knowledge, championing best practice and promoting new thinking, enabling the team to help the people we support to make choices and decisions, live each day to the fullest and develop life skills along the way.

We are looking for a highly motivated team member who will either have or be working towards NVQ/Diploma in Health and Social Care level 3/5. Experience of working with individuals with communication difficulties is desirable. A sound working knowledge and understanding of CQC Regulations and Standards, the Mental Capacity Act and the Deprivation of Liberty Standards is also desirable.

Creating an environment where people feel safe, we work with each individual to build their confidence and skills, empowering them to lead a rich and fulfilling life as independently as possible.

The successful candidate will need to show a high level of commitment and flexibility in the role and be able to work closely with the Registered Manager and staff team to ensure the very best outcomes are achieved for the individuals residing at Ashleigh House.

In this role you will be expected to:

• Demonstrate written communication skills, sufficient to contribute to a record keeping system.
• Be able to demonstrate a warm, person centred and affirmative approach to the individuals we support.
• Be able to remain compassionate, and professional during challenging times.
• Be willing to work alongside clinical professionals
• Be open to new ideas and ways of working.
• Lead and delegate appropriately when on shifts.
• Complete regular staff supervisions.
• Be a positive role model in all aspects of our daily work life
• Assist an individual when in crisis to manage their behaviours

Benefits

• FREE Online 24/7 GP Service for you and your family from a GP who can prescribe
• Competency Frameworks and Pay Scales
• Wagestream – where any day can be a payday
• Refer-a-Friend Scheme - Instantly earn points and cash rewards
• Sovereign Health Care Plan
• Canada Life, Group Life Assurance
• Blue Light Card
• Blink, our internal communications app
• Pension scheme
• Free DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service)

We have a massive duty of care towards those we support who are often the most vulnerable in society, which is why our staff are encouraged to keep up to date with vaccines and focus on self-care too. You can find out more about us on our recruitment site. There’s information about the team, our benefits, training and importantly what makes us ‘HumanKind’.

Our Core Values:

• Supportive: Helping everyone reach their full potential.
• Ambitious: Striving for the best outcomes.
• Loyal: Prioritising our staff and the people we support.
• Unique: Innovating without compromising quality.
• Transparent: Fostering openness and mutual respect.
• Engaging: Partnering with everyone involved.
• Meaningful: Offering fulfilling opportunities.

Why Choose Us?

• Emotional Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance, mental health resources, meditation apps, and bereavement support.
• Medical Support: Free Online GP access, Health Cash Plan, Cancer Cover, and Menopause support.
• Financial Support: Flexible pay with Wagestream, utility bill savings, Money Helper, and Life Assurance.
• Physical Support: Online workouts, Cycle to Work scheme, gym discounts, and National Trust activities.

Still not convinced?

Recognised as a Top Employer United Kingdom 2026 by the Top Employers Institute.

Named among the Top 100 Global Inspiring Workplaces by Inspiring Workplaces.

Proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer.

Salutem Care and Education is dedicated to protecting and promoting the well-being of children, young adults, and vulnerable individuals. As part of our safer recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and, where applicable, overseas criminal record checks.