Deputy Manager

Salutem Care and Education; Tiptree; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization in Tiptree, United Kingdom, seeks a Deputy Manager to assist in overseeing daily operations in a residential home. The successful candidate will ensure the delivery of exceptional, person-centered care, lead staff, manage rotas, and maintain compliance. This vital role promotes resident dignity and independence while engaging with families and professionals. Employee benefits include various supports for mental and physical health, highlighting the commitment to staff well-being.

Benefits

24/7 Employee Assistance

Free online GP access

Flexible pay with Wagestream

Gym discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in managing or supporting care operations in a residential environment.
• Strong leadership skills, capable of supervising and developing staff.
• Understanding of safeguarding protocols and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in overseeing day-to-day operations.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality, person-centered care.
• Liaise with families, professionals, and external agencies for resident well-being.

Job description

About The Company

At Salutem Care and Education, we are dedicated to ensuring that the individuals we support receive exceptional, empowering care from a team of highly trained and compassionate staff, within environments that are both warm and nurturing. We pride ourselves on being innovative, solution-focused, and committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for every person in our care.

About The Role

As Deputy Manager of a residential home, you will be supporting the Registered Manager in overseeing daily operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care in line with Ofsted Requirements. Leading and supervising staff, managing rotas, and contributing to recruitment, training and performance development.

The role includes maintaining accurate records, overseeing care planning, safeguarding residents, and ensuring a safe, supportive environment. Liaising effectively with residents, families, professionals and external agencies to promote well-being, dignity and independence, while also assisting with audits, inspections and compliance requirements.

Our Core Values

• Supportive: Helping everyone reach their full potential.
• Ambitious: Striving for the best outcomes.
• Loyal: Prioritising our staff and the people we support.
• Unique: Innovating without compromising quality.
• Transparent: Fostering openness and mutual respect.
• Engaging: Partnering with everyone involved.
• Meaningful: Offering fulfilling opportunities.

Why Choose Us

• Emotional Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance, mental health resources, meditation apps and bereavement support.
• Medical Support: Free online GP access, Health Cash Plan, Cancer Cover and menopause support.
• Financial Support: Flexible pay with Wagestream, utility bill savings, Money Helper and Life Assurance.
• Physical Support: Online workouts, Cycle to Work scheme, gym discounts and National Trust activities.

Still not convinced? We have been recognised as a Top Employer 2025 in the United Kingdom. We have been named as a Top 50 Inspiring Workplace UK & Ireland. We are a disability confident committed company. We have a high percentage of Good or Outstanding homes and all our children’s homes are rated Good or Outstanding.

Salutem Care and Education is dedicated to protecting and promoting the well‑being of children, young adults and vulnerable individuals. As part of our safer recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to complete thorough pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and, where applicable, overseas criminal record checks.