Deputy Manager

New Way Recruitment LTD; Romford; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

New Way Recruitment LTD is seeking a Clinical Deputy Manager (RGN) for a care home in Romford, United Kingdom, offering £65,000 per year. The role demands a proactive clinical leader to support the Registered Manager and guide nursing teams toward outstanding, person-centred care with high clinical standards.

The successful candidate will oversee clinical governance, medication management, care planning and risk assessments, ensuring compliance with CQC regulations.

Qualifications

• Active NMC registration – Registered General Nurse (RGN).
• Previous experience as a Deputy Manager, Clinical Deputy Manager or Clinical Lead within a nursing home.
• Strong understanding of CQC regulations, clinical governance and safeguarding.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop successful nursing teams.
• Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in the successful day-to-day running of the care home.
• Lead, mentor and inspire nursing and care teams to deliver exceptional standards of care.
• Oversee clinical governance, medication management, care planning and risk assessments.
• Ensure full compliance with CQC regulations, safeguarding procedures and clinical best practices.
• Drive continuous improvements in clinical quality, resident wellbeing and overall care standards.
• Build meaningful relationships with residents, families and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Support staff development, clinical supervision, recruitment and performance management.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Clinical governance

Team leadership

Communication

Education

NMC registration (RGN)

Job description

Romford, United Kingdom | Posted on 10/29/2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and compassionate Clinical Deputy Manager (RGN) to join a well-established care home in Romford, offering an excellent salary of £65,000 per annum .

We are seeking an inspiring clinical leader who is passionate about delivering outstanding person-centred care, supporting dedicated nursing teams and maintaining exceptional clinical standards.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Deputy Manager or experienced Clinical Lead looking to progress their career within a supportive and quality-driven care environment.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Registered Manager in the successful day-to-day running of the care home.

Lead, mentor and inspire nursing and care teams to deliver exceptional standards of care.

Oversee clinical governance, medication management, care planning and risk assessments.

Ensure full compliance with CQC regulations, safeguarding procedures and clinical best practices.

Drive continuous improvements in clinical quality, resident wellbeing and overall care standards.

Build meaningful relationships with residents, families and multidisciplinary professionals.

Support staff development, clinical supervision, recruitment and performance management.

Requirements

Active NMC registration – Registered General Nurse (RGN).

Previous experience as a Deputy Manager, Clinical Deputy Manager or Clinical Lead within a nursing home.

Strong understanding of CQC regulations, clinical governance and safeguarding.

Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop successful nursing teams.

Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills.

A genuine passion for delivering compassionate, dignified and person-centred care.

Excellent salary of £65,000 per annum.

Opportunity to progress into senior care home management.

Supportive and experienced senior leadership team.

Ongoing professional development and leadership training opportunities.

Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to residents' lives.

Positive, collaborative and person-centred working environment.

Opportunity to play a key role in shaping clinical excellence and service quality.