Deputy Manager | Elderly Care

Mary Rush Care Ltd; Shoreham-by-Sea; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Life Assurance

Employee referral bonus

Sick pay after probation

Pension scheme

Job summary

Mary Rush Care Ltd in Meadowcroft, Shoreham-on-Sea, is seeking a compassionate Deputy Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of our care home. Working with the Home Manager you will develop the team, ensure high‑quality, person-centred care, manage care planning and regulatory compliance, and drive improvements while supporting residents and families.

This is a permanent, full‑time role offering 40 hours per week with alternate weekend shifts and a salary of £35,880 per year, with

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Deputy Manager or similar leadership role within residential care.

Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager with day-to-day running of the care home.
• Lead, support and develop care staff through supervision and training.
• Ensure high standards of safe, person-centred care, including care planning, medication, safeguarding and CQC compliance.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families and professionals; maintain accurate records and effective communication.
• Support wider management tasks including audits, budgets and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Job description

Location: Meadowcroft, Shoreham-on-Sea
Salary: £35,880 per year, depending on experience
Hours: 40 hours per week, including alternate weekends
Contract: Permanent

Closing Date : 28th October 2026

At Meadowcroft, part of SDR, we are looking for a compassionate, organised and proactive Deputy Manager to join our management team and play a key role in the day-to-day leadership of our care home.

Working closely with the Home Manager, you will help lead and support our dedicated care team, maintain high standards of care and ensure our residents receive exceptional, person-centred support. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced care professional who is ready to develop their leadership skills, make a real difference to residents’ lives and help create a positive environment where both residents and colleagues can thrive.

At Meadowcroft, our values are Kindness, Dignity & Respect, Calmness, Creativity, and Responsibility . These values guide the way we care for our residents and support each other.

Why this role?

Play a key leadership role within the management team at Meadowcroft

Work closely with the Home Manager to support the day-to-day running of the home

Lead, support and develop our care team

Help deliver safe, high-quality and person-centred care

Make a real difference to the lives of our residents and their families

Bring your experience and ideas to help improve the service

Develop your leadership skills and progress your care career

What you'll be doing

Supporting the Home Manager with the day-to-day running of the care home and providing leadership to the team.

Leading, supporting and developing staff through supervision, mentoring, training and performance management.

Ensuring high standards of safe, person-centred care, including care planning, medication, safeguarding and CQC compliance.

Building positive relationships with residents, families and professionals while maintaining accurate records and effective communication.

Supporting the wider management of the home, including audits, administration, budgets, continuous improvement and management cover when required.

What you'll need

Previous experience as a Deputy Manager, Deputy Home Manager, Senior Care professional or similar leadership role within residential care.

Strong leadership and communication skills, with the confidence to support, develop and motivate a care team.

Good knowledge of CQC, safeguarding, care planning and regulatory requirements, with experience in elderly care.

A genuine passion for delivering high-quality, compassionate and person-centred care, with a calm, organised and proactive approach.

What we offer

A balanced role with 2 x 8-hour off-the-floor days and 2 x 12-hour on-the-floor shifts

248 hours of annual leave.

Supportive and collaborative senior leadership.

A friendly, family-owned care organisation where your ideas and contribution are valued.

Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Company pension – 3% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution, if eligible.

Group Life Assurance (2x annual salary)

Employee referral bonus– £200 on appointment and a further £300 at one-year anniversary (T&Cs apply)

Company sick payfollowing successful completion of probation

Please note: We are unable to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK.

Enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful applicant.

We encourage early applications and reserve the right to close this vacancy early if suitable candidates are appointed.

Screening Questions

• How do you see your personal values aligning with the values of our Company?
• What specific skills and experiences do you have that make you a suitable candidate for this position?
• Do you currently have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship or transfer of sponsorship?
• Do you hold a current, valid UK driving licence?Please note: a valid UK driving licence is required for this position
• Do you have any questions for us, or further information you would like to provide us with?