Deputy Manager - Care Home

PSR Solutions; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious Care Provider is searching for a Deputy Home Manager for their learning disabilities care home in Lowestoft. This role involves leading the care staff, overseeing care plans, and ensuring high-quality service delivery, while prioritizing resident engagement and staff development.

Benefits

Comprehensive training program

Career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Scheme

Blue Light Card Scheme

Paid Breaks

DBS reimbursement

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Deputy Home Manager.
• Strong understanding of resident needs and safeguarding.
• Knowledge of CQC standards and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support the Care Home Manager and take charge in their absence.
• Lead and supervise staff to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
• Monitor residents' well-being and manage medication.

Skills

Understanding of resident needs

Safeguarding pathways knowledge

Knowledge of CQC standards

Interpersonal skills

Commitment to care planning

Job description

Deputy Home Manager - Learning Disabilities

Location: Lowestoft, Suffolk

Salary: 14.50 hour - Full Time - Days

Reporting to: Home Manager

We're proud to be partnering with a prestigious Care Provider in their search for a talented Deputy Residential Home Manager to oversee the care staff and take the lead in the absence of the Home Manager for one of their LD care homes.

They support individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs using the Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) model of care.

By leading from the front and acting as a role model, you will help with training and supervising of the care staff, supporting the Home Manager with pre-admission assessments of residents, ensuring care plans and daily records are maintained.

You will be an effective communicator, liaising with the residents' families and external organisations. You will model best practices and support staff in consistently applying the PBS approach in their daily work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Care Home Manager and take charge in their absence.
• Lead and supervise staff to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
• Monitor residents' well-being, update care plans, and manage medication.
• Oversee staff performance, training, and development.
• Act as safeguarding lead when needed, ensuring policy compliance.
• Ensure health, safety, infection control, and regulatory standards are met.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and professionals.
• Foster a positive team culture and promote resident engagement.

Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience as a Deputy Home Manager.
• Strong understanding of resident needs and safeguarding pathways.
• Solid knowledge of CQC standards and compliance.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with staff, families, and professionals.
• Commitment to involving residents and families in care planning.

This is a great opportunity to be part of a passionate and supportive team with a strong focus on staff wellbeing and development.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training programmed & career development opportunities
• Employee Assistance & Blue Light Card Scheme
• Paid Breaks & DBS

Apply today or get in touch with Solutions for a confidential discussion.

(phone number removed)