Deputy Manager

Bristol Industrial; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected residential care provider in Eye, Suffolk is seeking a Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in delivering high-quality care. The ideal candidate will have leadership experience in residential or dementia care, knowledge of CQC regulations, and an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of £35,000 and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive management team

Ongoing training and development

Opportunity to make an impact

Qualifications

• Experienced Senior Carer, Team Leader, or Deputy Manager in residential or dementia care.
• Confident in leading teams and driving high standards.
• Compassionate and approachable with a commitment to outstanding care.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in day-to-day operations.
• Lead and mentor the care team.
• Ensure regulatory standards are met.
• Build relationships with residents, families, and professionals.

Skills

Leadership

Care planning

Knowledge of CQC regulations

Mentoring

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

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 care planning and compliance
• Completing audits
• Ensuring regulatory standards are met
• 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

• Competitive salary of £35,000
• Supportive management team
• Ongoing training and professional development
• 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.