Deputy Manager – Care Home

Athona Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 29,250 - 35,750; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional and supportive service

Nationwide vacancies in healthcare

Support for international candidates

Continuous career support

Job summary

A healthcare service provider is seeking a Deputy Manager for their care home in Lancaster. You will support the team and ensure high standards of care for elderly residents, particularly those with dementia. The ideal candidate will have previous management experience in a care setting, strong leadership skills, and in-depth knowledge of regulatory standards. This role involves compliance monitoring, staff training, and community engagement. A salary of £32,500 is offered along with a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Previous management experience in a care setting, ideally with dementia and elderly care.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop a team.
• In-depth knowledge of CQC requirements and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with CQC and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor the wellbeing of residents and update care plans.
• Develop relationships with local partners to improve the home's community profile.
• Manage day-to-day operations in the Home Manager's absence.
• Deliver person-centered care and lead staff training.

Skills

Leadership skills

Management experience in care settings

Knowledge of CQC requirements

Commitment to person-centered care

Understanding of safeguarding and DoLS

Job description

Job Description

Deputy Manager to join our luxury care service in Lancaster. You will play a key role in supporting the team and delivering high standards of care for older adults and individuals with dementia.

Salary: £32,500

Position: Deputy Manager

Hours: Full Time

Setting: Care Home – Dementia/Elderly care

Location: Lancaster

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with CQC, regulatory, statutory, and quality monitoring requirements.
• Monitor the wellbeing of residents, ensuring care plans are updated to reflect changes in needs.
• Develop strong relationships with local partners and raise the home’s profile in the community.
• Act as a role model for the team, promoting Evermore Care’s values and vision.
• Lead by example, managing the day-to-day operations of the home in the Home Manager’s absence.
• Coordinate and manage care provision to meet individual needs, ensuring quality is maintained.
• Support the development of staff through training, guidance, and performance reviews.
• Oversee the delivery of person-centered care, with a focus on dementia and elderly care.
• Ensure the home adheres to safeguarding policies and the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS).
• Participate in the management on-call rota to provide leadership and support when needed.

Qualifications

• Previous management experience in a care setting, ideally with dementia and elderly care.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop a team.
• In-depth knowledge of CQC requirements and regulatory standards.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centered care.
• A thorough understanding of safeguarding and DoLS legislation.

What Athona offers

• Experts in the healthcare sector offering a professional and supportive service
• Nationwide vacancies available in the NHS, Charities, Social Enterprises and private sector
• Provide support from start to finish, including negotiations on terms and onboarding
• Overseas support for candidates not familiar with the UK
• A supportive team who truly care about your career, taking the time to understand your needs and help you achieve your aspirations
• Support beyond placement, making sure you’re happy with your new job and it continues to fulfils your career goals.

Interested?

Simply apply above today to enjoy these excellent career prospects and reap the rewards of making a real difference to others, every day.

If you are interested in learning more about this job role or any other opportunities through Athona, get in touch with Lewis on 01277 245909 or drop an email to [e-mail]