Deputy Manager

Crystal Care Group South East; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home provider in the United Kingdom is seeking Deputy Managers for their new facility, Maris View, opening in Eastbourne. This role involves leading and mentoring care teams to ensure residents receive exceptional care. Ideal candidates must possess a Diploma or NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care. The position offers a permanent contract, competitive pay, and supportive opportunities for further qualifications. Join a rewarding environment where team members are valued and supported.

Benefits

Competitive rate of pay

Fully funded NVQ qualification

Fully funded enhanced DBS check

Paid breaks

Blue Light Card

Refer a friend bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a residential setting.
• Commitment to high-quality care.
• Self-motivated and encouraging personality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the care teams daily.
• Ensure residents are well cared for and motivated.
• Collaborate with the Home Manager for smooth running.

Skills

Leadership experience

Ability to motivate others

Upbeat personality

Education

Diploma / NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Job description: Who are we?

Crystal Care Collection is focused on making our care homes not just luxury places for our residents to live, but also wonderful places for our team members to work. Because we believe that our residents deserve the very best care we can offer, we are committed to finding exceptional, caring individuals who want to join our team.

We are delighted to be opening Maris View, Eastbourne in April 2026 and would like to invite you to come along for the exciting journey!

We will ensure that every team member is offered the opportunity to develop their skills and to progress if desired. We believe that caring, compassionate people can find a rewarding career in helping others and that it is our duty to help and encourage them to do so.

The Role :

We are currently seeking Deputy Managers (Team Leaders) for Days and Nights to lead by example and coach / mentor our care teams on a daily basis to ensure our residents are well cared for, motivated and stimulated to achieve a fulfilled and enriched life. You will become part of the care home family and let's be honest, YOU are what makes our home a great place to live and work!

Being a Deputy Manager at Maris View, means you will play a vital role in the smooth running of the home in collaboration with the Home Manager. You will have previous leadership experience as a Team Leader or Senior Carer within a residential setting.

We are looking for someone who has an upbeat personality, a happy disposition, self-motivation, the ability to encourage others to provide the best care service possible.

Hours of work :

Days : 08 : 00 – 20 : 00 (days) and you will be expected to work on a permanent rolling rota of three consecutive shifts on, followed by three consecutive shifts off, which equates to an average of 42 hours per week in total.

Nights : 20.00 - 08.00 (nights) and you will be expected to work on a permanent rolling rota of three consecutive shifts on, followed by three consecutive shifts off, which equates to an average of 42 hours per week in total.

Candidate Requirements :

You will have achieved a Diploma / NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care to evidence your commitment and passion for care, and be excited about the prospect of leading a team to deliver the highest quality of care. You will quickly become part of the care home family and let's be honest, our team members are what makes our home a great place to live and work!

We will offer : –

• A permanent contract of employment
• A competitive rate of pay
• We will support you to complete an NVQ qualification
• Fully funded enhanced DBS check
• A job with purpose and satisfaction
• Fully funded uniform
• Paid Breaks
• Refer a friend bonus scheme
• Blue Light Card

This is a varied and rewarding role that will no doubt provide you with a feeling of job satisfaction. If you are seeking an exciting opportunity with a forward-thinking organisation, then this could be the job for you!

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