Deputy Manager - Older People's Care Home

Diamond Blaque HR Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public-sector provider is seeking a Deputy Manager for an Older People's Care Home in Greater London. The successful candidate will assist in day-to-day management, ensuring high standards of care and compliance with Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards. Responsibilities include leadership during shifts, staff management, and ensuring person-centred care for residents. Essential qualifications include GCSEs in English and Mathematics and relevant experience. This role promotes equal opportunities within a diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• 5 years of references including current employment.
• Enhanced DBS and barred list check (Adult) required.
• Willingness to engage in mandatory pre-screening application process.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Registered Manager in overseeing daily operations.
• Act as the manager in their absence.
• Ensure care delivery meets Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards.
• Monitor and update care plans and risk assessments.
• Supervise and mentor care staff.

Skills

Leadership

Staff Management

Communication

CQC Standards Compliance

Person-Centred Care

Education

GCSE Grade in English Language and Mathematics

Relevant qualification or demonstrable experience in a similar role

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Social Media Software

Accounting Software

Job description

Description

Our local government clients in Enfield, Greater London, are recruiting a Deputy Manager - Older People's Care Home. Assisting the manager in the day-to‑day management and administration of the service in accordance with policies and procedures. To provide effective management and clear leadership to the staff team, ensuring that high standards of professional practice are created, promoted, and maintained, and provide valued lifestyle opportunities for tenants.

Responsibility

• Leadership & Support – Assist the Registered Manager in overseeing daily operations.
• Act as the manager in their absence, ensuring continuity of leadership.
• Provide visible, hands‑on leadership during shifts.
• Quality & Compliance – Ensure care delivery meets Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards and legislative requirements.
• Monitor and update care plans, risk assessments, and safeguarding procedures.
• Support audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualification – Essential

• GCSE Grade (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics.
• Relevant qualification, or demonstrable experience eina similar role

Advanced

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), social media and accounting software.

Criteria to be Evaluated at the Shortlisting Stage

The following characteristics will be considered:

• Staff Management – Supervise and mentor care staff to promote professional development.
• Coordinate rotas and staffing levels to maintain safe coverage.
• Handle performance management and support recruitment / induction.
• Resident Care – Provide hands‑on care and oversee residents' well‑being, ensuring person‑centred care.
• Liaise with families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies.
• Respond to complex care needs and emergencies.

Administration

• Manage medication processes and ensure accurate record‑keeping.
• Support budget monitoring and resource allocation.
• Ensure effective communication across the team and with stakeholders.

Essential Compliance Requirements

• 5 Years References, including current employment
• Enhanced DBS & barred list check (Adult)
• Willing to engage in the mandatory pre‑screening application process.

Diamond Blaque Group, a leading public‑sector provider, is acting as the employment agency for this vacancy. Our organisation is deeply committed to fostering an environment of equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace.