Deputy Nurse Manager

Willing Recruitment; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card

Long service awards

Pension scheme

Revalidation support

Training & development

NMC fees paid

Job summary

Willing Recruitment is recruiting a Deputy Nurse Manager for a Good-rated nursing home in Ipswich. The role offers £46,500 per year and 39 hours per week (12 clinical hours & 27 supernumerary hours).

Lead nursing and care teams, uphold CQC standards, and ensure high-quality, person-centred care for older adults with nursing and dementia needs. You will work with the home’s management team, support staff development and revalidation, manage clinical governance and documentation, and build strong

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership or management role (e.g. Clinical Lead, Unit Manager, Deputy Nurse Manager).
• Strong understanding of dementia and general nursing care and best practices within a nursing home setting.
• Excellent communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• A compassionate and proactive leader who can inspire and support a team to deliver outstanding care.
• A commitment to continuous professional development and high standards of clinical practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership and guidance to nursing and care teams, ensuring a positive and collaborative working environment.
• Support the Registered Manager in maintaining compliance with CQC standards and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the delivery of person-centred care, ensuring dignity, respect, and compassion remain at the heart of all practices.
• Lead and support staff with training, development, and revalidation processes.
• Manage clinical governance and ensure high-quality documentation and reporting.
• Foster strong relationships with residents, their families, and external professionals to enhance the quality of care.

Skills

Leadership

Dementia care

Communication

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Compassionate leadership

CPD

Education

Nurse qualification (Registered Nurse)

Job description

Deputy Nurse Manager
Salary: £46,500
Hours: 39 hours per week (12 clinical hours & 27 supernumerary hours)

Step into a leadership role where your expertise makes a difference. This regarded nursing home, rated Good by the CQC, provides high-quality care for older adults with nursing and dementia needs. With a strong reputation for its warm, supportive environment, the team is dedicated to delivering exceptional, person-centred care every day.

They are now looking for a Deputy Nurse Manager to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a nurse-qualified professional with leadership experience to play a central role in shaping both clinical excellence and operational success. Working closely with the home’s management team, you’ll ensure the highest standards of care while supporting staff to thrive.

Who We’re Looking For

• Experience in a leadership or management role (e.g. Clinical Lead, Unit Manager, Deputy Nurse Manager).
• Strong understanding of dementia and general nursing care and best practices within a nursing home setting.
• Excellent communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• A compassionate and proactive leader who can inspire and support a team to deliver outstanding care.
• A commitment to continuous professional development and high standards of clinical practice.

What’s in It for You?

• Competitive annual leave allowance
• Employee Assistance Programme – confidential support when needed
• Blue Light Card – discounts and perks for healthcare professionals
• Long service awards to recognise and reward dedication
• Company pension scheme for future financial security
• Support with revalidation to maintain your professional registration
• Internal training and development opportunities to help you grow
• Paid NMC fees

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership and guidance to nursing and care teams, ensuring a positive and collaborative working environment.
• Support the Registered Manager in maintaining compliance with CQC standards and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the delivery of person-centred care, ensuring dignity, respect, and compassion remain at the heart of all practices.
• Lead and support staff with training, development, and revalidation processes.
• Manage clinical governance and ensure high-quality documentation and reporting.
• Foster strong relationships with residents, their families, and external professionals to enhance the quality of care.