Deputy Manager - Maternity Cover

Healthcare Ireland Group; Cookstown; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid annual leave

Progression opportunities

Pension plan (if applicable)

Uniforms & PPE supplied

Free parking

Access NI

NMC reimbursed after qualifying period

Job summary

Healthcare Ireland Group seeks a Deputy Manager on maternity cover for Weavers House Nursing Home in Cookstown, NI. The role involves supporting the Home Manager to ensure high-quality clinical care, regulatory compliance and staff development, in a 65-bed setting.

The successful candidate will be an experienced RN with NMC pin, strong leadership, and IT proficiency. The post is temp/contract with an attractive hourly rate and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Active NMC pin as Registered General Nurse with at least 5 years' experience.
• At least 2 years' experience as Nurse in Charge.
• Previous management or supervisory experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Competent with IT programmes and packages.
• Right to Work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Home Manager with staffing, budgeting and regulatory compliance.
• Provide leadership and supervision to the team.
• Monitor care delivery and implement improvements with Home Manager.
• Maintain positive contact with commissioners and referrers.
• Carry out risk assessments in a rigorous and timely manner.
• Support quality and compliance policy and procedures.

Skills

Management experience

Regulatory knowledge

NMC PIN (RGN)

Tools

IT skills

Job description

Deputy Manager - Maternity Cover

Are you a driven and dynamic Registered Nurse? Are you looking for a new career in management?

The Home

Weavers House is a modern, purpose built care home situated in Cookstown, overlooking the beautiful Sperrin Mountains. This light and spacious setting provides professional, person-centred care for older people, including those living with dementia.

Our accommodation offers a safe and homely environment, where up to 65 residents each receive kind and compassionate attention around the clock. The professional team at Weavers House are highly-trained to respectfully and effectively meet the needs and wishes of every individual residing with us. Our whole team approach to wellbeing means that everybody feels part of our lovely, welcoming community.

All our private bedrooms are fully-furnished, with the benefit of en-suite facilities. Residents are very welcome to bring their own home accessories and furniture, to personalise their space and make it their home. Our homes are designed to enable residents to be as independent as possible, with the assistance of 24 hour care on hand.

We truly listen to our residents’ individual needs and wishes and follow their bespoke care plans, providing care with the utmost dignity and respect, for a happy and fulfilled later life.

The Role

The Deputy Manager is part of the Home Management Team, the heart and soul of our Homes, embodying leadership, compassion and dedication to the wellbeing of residents and team members alike. The Deputy Manager plays a key support role in creating a nurturing and supportive environment where residents feel safe, valued and respected, and where staff are empowered to deliver high-quality care with professionalism and clinical excellence.

The Deputy Manager works closely with the Home Manager to oversee every aspect of the Home’s operation, from ensuring regulatory compliance and financial sustainability to fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The Deputy Manager leads by example, inspiring their team to uphold the highest standards of care while also providing support and guidance.

The Deputy Manager supports the team in building meaningful connections with residents based on trust, rapport and create a sense of community and belonging within the Home.

About this role

Main Responsibilities

• Assist the Home Manager in the overall management and administration of the Home, including staffing, budgeting and regulatory compliance, in addition to ensuring the highest level of clinical care.
• Provide leadership and supervision to the team, including recruitment, training, performance management and team development.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of care delivery and processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes as needed in collaboration with the Home Manager and care teams..
• Maintains positive contact with commissioners and referrers to develop confidence in service provision.
• Carries out or ensures that all risk assessments are carried out in a rigorous and timely manner.
• Proactively participate in the company quality and compliance policy and procedures.

The Benefits

• Paid annual leave
• The chance to be part of a growing healthcare company
• Continuous professional development and training
• Values-led culture
• Enhanced overtime rate
• Opportunities for progression
• Pension plan (if applicable)
• Attractive hourly rate
• Access NI
• NMC reimbursed after qualifying period
• Uniforms & PPE supplied
• Monthly incentives and recognition awards
• Free parking

Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.

Important Information

Location: Weavers House, Weaver House Nursing Home, 40 Moneymore Road, Cookstown, Northern Ireland, County Tyrone, BT80 8EH

Date Posted: 28th September 2026

Closing Date: 18th October 2026

Industry: Healthcare

Job Type: Temp / Contract

Salary: £23.50 Hourly

What you will need

Required criteria

• Previous management or supervisory experience
• Sound working knowledge of the statutory requirements associated with the care of the elderly
• An active NMC pin as a Registered General Nurse with a minimum of 5 years' experience AND at least 2 years' experience gained as Nurse in Charge
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Be competent using a range of IT programmes and packages
• The Right to Work in the UK