Deputy Manager

Mary Rush Care Ltd; Raydon; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real Living Wage accredited employer

28 days annual leave including bankhol

Funded DBS check

On-call rota additional payment

Funded training and qualifications

Career progression opportunities

Rotas planned in advance

Job summary

Brett Vale Care Home, set in the Constable Country of South Suffolk, is seeking a Deputy Manager to join our experienced team. You will work with the Registered Manager to lead daily operations and ensure safe, person-centred care for residents.

The role offers leadership development, staff supervision, and opportunities to drive quality improvements in a supportive environment. Weekend/on-call flexibility is required.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care is essential.
• Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification preferred or willingness to work towards.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Good safeguarding and risk management understanding.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with day-to-day leadership of the home.
• Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing staff team.
• Ensure residents receive safe, high-quality, person-centred care.
• Support recruitment, induction, supervision and development of staff.
• Undertake audits and quality assurance checks.
• Maintain care plans, risk assessments and records up to date.
• Promote independence, dignity and choice for residents.
• Oversee medication administration and financial processes within the home.
• Participate in the on-call rota (additional payment).

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Communication

Organisational skills

Safeguarding

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification or willingness to work towards

Job description

Sulleys Hill, Lower Raydon, IP7 5QQ, UNITED KINGDOM

£16.75 per hour
Permanent | Full Time | 40 hours per week

Are you an experienced care professional looking for your next leadership opportunity? Do you have the skills and passion to inspire a team and deliver outstanding person-centred care? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Service

Set in the beautiful Constable Country of South Suffolk, Brett Vale Care Home is a Grade II listed barn conversion rated Good by CQC. Brett Vale is home to 10 people with learning disabilities, providing a peaceful and supportive environment where people can live fulfilling and meaningful lives.

Surrounded by extensive grounds and stunning countryside views, the home offers a range of opportunities for people to enjoy their interests and develop new skills. Whether it's spending time in the games room, getting creative in the art room, relaxing in the hot tub, or enjoying days out in the local community, we are committed to helping people make the most of every day. Whilst enjoying a rural setting, we are only five miles from Hadleigh, with Ipswich and Colchester easily accessible.

At Brett Vale, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality, person-centred support that promotes independence, choice and dignity. We have ambitions to achieve Outstanding and are looking for a Deputy Manager who shares our commitment to continuous improvement and delivering exceptional outcomes for the people we support.

You will join a positive, experienced and dedicated team who are passionate about making a difference and creating a warm, welcoming home where people can thrive.

The Role

As Deputy Manager, you will work alongside the Registered Manager to lead the day-to-day operation of the home, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and person-centred care.

You will play a key role in leading and developing staff, maintaining high standards of care, driving quality improvements and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Carer, Team Leader or Deputy Manager looking to further develop their leadership career within a supportive organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day leadership and management of the home.

Lead, motivate and develop a positive and high-performing staff team.

Ensure residents receive safe, high-quality and person-centred care and support.

Support recruitment, induction, supervision and development of staff.

Undertake audits, quality assurance checks and service improvement activities.

Ensure care plans, risk assessments and care records are accurate and up to date.

Promote positive outcomes, independence, dignity and choice for residents.

Support effective rota planning and staffing arrangements.

Oversee medication administration and financial processes within the home.

Respond appropriately to incidents, complaints, safeguarding concerns and health and safety matters.

Build positive relationships with residents, families, healthcare professionals and external agencies.

Participate in the management on-call rota (additional payment provided).

Support the home in achieving and maintaining compliance with CQC standards.

Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service and residents.

What We Can Offer

Support and investment in your professional development.

Funded training and nationally recognised qualifications.

Opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation.

Rotas planned in advance to support a healthy work-life balance.

Real Living Wage accredited employer.

28 days annual leave including bank holidays.

Funded DBS check.

Additional payment for participation in the on-call rota.

A friendly and supportive management team.

What We're Looking For

Experience working within a residential care setting supporting older people.

Previous experience supervising or leading staff teams.

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (essential).

Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management, or a willingness to work towards this qualification.

Good understanding of safeguarding, risk management and person-centred care.

Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.

A positive, proactive and compassionate approach.

Commitment to delivering high-quality care and continuous improvement.

Ability to work flexibly, including weekends and participation in the on-call rota.

We Are Disability Positive

We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments or support required during the recruitment process, including assistance with completing your application.

Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Screening Questions

• Title
• Have you ever been known by any other name(s)? (e.g. maiden name, former married name, deed poll name change)
• Please provide your address history for the last 5 years, including the month and year you moved in and out of each address.
• Do you hold a current and valid drivers licence?
• Please provide details of your right to work in the UK (e.g. British citizen, Irish citizen, visa, work permit, settled/pre-settled status, indefinite leave to remain, or other immigration permission). Please include any reference numbers and expiry date(s), where applicable.
• How did you hear about the vacancy?
• Please indicate if you have any preferred shift times-
• Do you have any existing relationship, interest, or circumstance that could give rise to a potential conflict of interest with your employment at the Company? This includes family members, friends, or close associates who currently work for the Company.
• Please provide details of your education, including schools, colleges, universities or training providers attended, the dates attended and qualifications including grade obtained.
• Please provide details of any qualifications, training, or certifications held that are relevant to this role (e.g. Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care, NVQ/QCF, Care Certificate).
• Please provide a full history of your employment, including any volunteer roles, since you left full time education. Please include full dates, positions held, and your reason for leaving. Start with your current or most recent position and work backwards.
• Please provide details of any gaps in your employment, education, training, or voluntary work history since leaving full-time education, including the dates and reason for each gap. If no gaps please state none.
• Current or most recent employer – Notice Period
• Current or most recent employer – Salary
• What interests you about this role, and why would you like to work for our organisation?
• Please provide any information about your skills, experience, qualifications or personal qualities that you feel are relevant to this role.
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• May we contact your personal referee before an offer of employment is made?
• Are you facing any criminal prosecutions?
• Do you have any spent / unspent convictions or cautions under The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974?
• Have you ever been dismissed from any employment?
• Have you ever been or are you currently going through any investigation or disciplinary action?
• Have you had any unauthorised absences in the last two years?
• Do you require any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate in the recruitment process?