Deputy Manager

Hartford Care; Winchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a dedicated Deputy Manager to join a forward-thinking healthcare provider. In this role, you will assist in the daily operations of a residential care home, ensuring residents receive exceptional, personalized care. Your leadership skills will motivate staff while maintaining compliance with care standards and legislation. This is a hands-on position that requires flexibility and a proactive approach to care, making it ideal for those passionate about enhancing the lives of residents. Join a team committed to delivering outstanding service and making a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ/Diploma Level 3 in relevant field required.
• Experience in a residential care home with management responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Home Manager in daily operations and care standards.
• Support financial management and compliance with legislation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

IT Skills

Dementia Care

Medication Management

Person-Centered Care

Education

NVQ/Diploma Level 3

NVQ/RMA/Diploma Level 5

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The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Deputy Manager who will assist the Home Manager in all aspects of the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring that our residents are provided with the highest standards of care tailored to their individual needs.

The Deputy Manager will also support operational and financial management, ensure compliance with legislation and standards through monitoring and support, and stand in for the Home Manager when necessary.

The role involves hands-on practice, regular shifts, working every other weekend, and on-call duties.

We seek a leader who can motivate staff and deliver outstanding, personalized care. The ideal candidate will have prior experience as a Deputy Manager in a similar setting, demonstrate strong leadership, a proactive approach to care, and thorough knowledge of care standards legislation, including Fundamental Standards.

Requirements

• Relevant professional qualification (minimum NVQ/Diploma L3)
• Management/supervisory experience in a residential care home
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong IT skills
• Good knowledge of CQC Fundamental Standards
• Understanding of Person-Centered Care principles
• Recent experience with dementia care
• Leadership and team development skills
• Organizational skills and ability to work under pressure
• Effective communication with residents, families, and stakeholders
• Medication management competency
• Flexible working hours

Desired

• NVQ/RMA/Diploma Level 5 or equivalent management qualification
• Experience delivering staff training
• Knowledge of business and operational management in large organizations

This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care