Deputy Manager

Nurseplus UK Ltd; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Nurseplus UK Ltd is seeking a proactive Deputy Manager to support the leadership and growth of our domiciliary care branch in Plymouth. This hands-on role sits alongside the Registered Manager to oversee daily operations and ensure high-quality, person-centred care.

You will help recruit and develop the team, maintain compliance with CQC standards, and drive service improvements to support new contracts and branch growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory or management role within domiciliary care or a similar care setting.
• Good understanding of CQC regulations, safeguarding and care standards.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to support and motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Support branch growth and oversee day-to-day operations.
• Help prepare for and deliver new contracts and packages of care.
• Build positive relationships with service users, families and stakeholders.
• Support and develop staff, recruit and induct care workers.
• Ensure care delivery is safe, reliable and person-centred, with accurate records.

Skills

Supervisory management

CQC regulations knowledge

Organisational skills

Team motivation

Commercial awareness

Person-centred care

Education

Health & Social Care qualification

Level 5 leadership qualification (preferred)

Job description

Deputy Manager – Domiciliary Care

Plymouth | Full Time | Nurseplus UK

We're looking for a proactive, hands-on Deputy Manager to support the leadership and growth of our domiciliary care branch in Plymouth.

We've been winning new contracts, and there are some exciting things happening within the branch. With real potential for further growth, this is a great opportunity for someone who wants to develop their leadership skills, support a growing service and play a key role in delivering high-quality care.

Working closely with the Registered Manager, you'll help oversee the day-to-day running of the branch, support and develop the team, maintain high standards of care and help ensure we're ready to make the most of new opportunities as the business grows.

What you'll be doing

• Supporting branch growth
• Helping the branch prepare for and deliver new contracts and packages of care
• Building positive relationships with service users, families and local stakeholders
• Supporting the Registered Manager to identify opportunities to improve and grow the service
• Managing day-to-day operations
• Supporting the daily running of the domiciliary care service
• Helping coordinate care delivery and ensuring service users receive safe, reliable and person-centred care
• Maintaining accurate care plans, records and documentation
• Supporting audits, risk assessments and care reviews
• Maintaining quality and compliance
• Ensuring care is delivered in line with CQC standards, legislation and safeguarding requirements
• Responding appropriately to concerns, incidents and complaints
• Promoting a strong culture of quality, safety and accountability
• Supporting and developing the team
• Helping recruit, induct, train and develop care staff
• Providing guidance and support to the team, promoting high standards and positive working relationships
• Working closely with the Registered Manager to maintain an engaged and effective workforce

What we're looking for

• Experience in a supervisory or management role within domiciliary care or a similar care setting
• Good understanding of CQC regulations, safeguarding and care standards
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to support and motivate a team
• Commercial awareness and an interest in helping a service grow
• A genuine passion for delivering safe, high-quality, person-centred care
• A relevant Health & Social Care qualification, with a willingness to work towards Level5 if required for the role

Why join Nurseplus?

• The opportunity to be part of a branch with exciting growth potential
• The chance to help deliver new contracts and support the expansion of the service
• The opportunity to develop your leadership skills alongside an experienced Registered Manager
• A varied role where you can make a real difference to care quality, team development and branch performance
• The chance to build your career as the branch continues to grow

At Nurseplus, quality care is at the heart of everything we do. We're looking for someone who shares that commitment and is excited to be part of the next stage of growth in Plymouth.