Deputy Manager

Cornerstone Careers; Southampton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized healthcare provider in Southampton seeks an experienced Deputy Manager to lead everyday operations at Kitnocks House. This role involves ensuring exceptional care for residents with complex health needs. Candidates should be Registered Nurses with leadership experience and a passion for developing team members. The position offers a competitive salary and values-driven culture with numerous benefits, including career development and support for employee wellbeing.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Career development and funded qualifications

Employee wellbeing support

Free meals and parking during shifts

Company pension and life assurance

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Proven leadership experience in a complex care environment.
• Skilled in coaching and developing others.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary team in delivering person-centred care.
• Oversee daily clinical operations and compliance.
• Build strong relationships with residents and families.

Skills

Leadership in complex care

Excellent communication

Team motivation and support

Understanding of CQC governance

Education

Registered Nurse (RGN / RMN / RNLD)

Tools

Radar

Nourish

Camascope

Job description

About The Role

DEPUTY MANAGER

Location : Kitnocks House, Curdridge, Southampton

Contract : Full-time, 40 hours p / w, permanent

Salary : £65,000 - £70,000 (depending on experience)

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced and compassionate Deputy Manager to join our leadership team at Kitnocks House in Curdridge.

As Deputy Manager, you’ll work closely with the Registered General Manager to lead the day-to-day operation of the home, ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and person-centred care for residents with complex neurological, physical, and mental health needs.

You’ll provide visible leadership, nurture a positive team culture, and act as the Responsible Person in the General Manager’s absence, promoting accountability, professional standards, and the values that make Cornerstone unique.

What You’ll Do

• Lead, motivate, and support a multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional, person-centred care.
• Oversee daily clinical operations, governance, and compliance with CQC Fundamental Standards.
• Review audits, incidents, and care plans to ensure safe, effective, and high-quality service delivery.
• Support recruitment, induction, supervision, and development of colleagues.
• Build strong relationships with residents, families, and professionals, ensuring open and transparent communication.
• Champion safeguarding, medication management, and health & safety across the home.

About You

You’ll be an experienced leader within health or social care, with a strong understanding of what good looks like in a regulated care environment. Whether your background is clinical or operational, you’ll bring the confidence to lead by example, excellent communication and organisational skills, and a genuine passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

You’ll inspire, support, and develop others to achieve their best, building a positive team culture based on trust, accountability, and shared purpose. Above all, you’ll live and model Cornerstone’s ROCK values, being Respectful, Open, Curious, and Kind in everything you do.

Essential

• Registered Nurse (RGN / RMN / RNLD) with current NMC registration.
• Proven leadership experience in a complex care, neurological, or mental health environment.
• Strong understanding of CQC Key Lines of Enquiry and clinical governance.
• Skilled in coaching and developing others, fostering teamwork and accountability.
• Digitally confident, ideally with systems such as Radar, Nourish, or Camascope.
• Compassionate, organised, and committed to the wellbeing of residents and colleagues alike.

Why Join Cornerstone Healthcare?

At Cornerstone, we care for our residents and our colleagues alike. When you join us, you’ll be part of a values-led organisation that invests in people, celebrates growth, and supports your wellbeing every step of the way. You’ll benefit from :

• 25 days annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays
• Career development and funded qualifications – we’ll support you to grow and progress in your role.
• Employee wellbeing support and recognition initiatives
• Free meals on shift, parking, and uniform (if applicable)
• Company pension and life assurance
• A culture built on our ROCK values
• The chance to make a real difference in a values-driven organisation

Please note : We are not currently able to offer sponsorship or accept overseas applications.

Our Values

At Cornerstone, we live by our ROCK values :

Respectful – honouring each person’s dignity and individuality.

Open – communicating honestly and building trust.

Curious – continuously learning and seeking improvement.

Kind – showing compassion and empathy in everything we do.

How to Apply

If you’re an inspiring nurse leader who shares our values and is ready to take the next step in your leadership journey, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and help us continue to deliver exceptional care, every day.

About The Company

Cornerstone Healthcareprovide specialist care for vulnerable people who present with challenging behaviours associated with complex neurodegenerative and mental health needs.

Residents who live in our homes primarily have a neurological degenerative condition such as Dementia with an underlying mental health condition which makes them inappropriate candidates for dementia care homes or residential care homes for the elderly.

We currently have 4 services based in Waterlooville, Curdridge, Bristol & Mytchett.