Deputy Nurse Manager

Willing care; King's Lynn and West Norfolk; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury nursing home in King's Lynn is seeking an experienced Deputy Nurse Manager to join their management team. The ideal candidate is a Registered Nurse (RGN or RMN) with a passion for delivering exceptional care. You will oversee clinical leadership, support the team, conduct resident assessments, and ensure compliance with standards. Benefits include ongoing professional development, pension scheme, and wellbeing support.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual NMC pin renewal covered

DBS check paid

Blue Light Card

Company pension scheme

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered and valid NMC pin required.
• Proven experience in a nursing home.
• Strong clinical knowledge of elderly care.

Responsibilities

• Support Home Manager with daily service operations.
• Provide clinical leadership and support to the nursing team.
• Conduct regular assessments and create care plans.
• Monitor compliance with regulations.
• Assist with nursing team recruitment and training.
• Foster relationships with residents and families.
• Contribute to quality assurance and service improvement.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Communication

Mentoring nursing staff

Understanding of elderly care

Safeguarding

Education

Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)

Job description

Overview

A fantastic opportunity has become available for an experienced Deputy Nurse Manager to join the management team of a luxury nursing home. This role is ideal for a Registered Nurse (RGN or RMN) who is passionate about delivering outstanding care, confident in leading a team, and committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults. As Deputy Nurse Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting the Home Manager, providing clinical leadership, and ensuring the highest standards of person-centred care are consistently delivered. This position calls for someone with strong clinical expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to inspire and support colleagues in a positive, inclusive working environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager with the day-to-day running of the service.
• Provide strong clinical leadership, mentoring and supporting nursing staff.
• Conduct regular resident assessments and ensure personalised care plans are in place.
• Monitor compliance with CQC regulations and best practice standards.
• Assist with recruitment, training, and supervision of the nursing team.
• Foster positive relationships with residents, families, and external professionals.
• Contribute to quality assurance initiatives and continuous service improvement.

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with a valid NMC pin.
• Proven experience as a Deputy Nurse Manager in a Nursing Home setting.
• Strong clinical knowledge and understanding of elderly care.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding, equality, and delivering person-centred care.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support
• Annual NMC pin renewal covered
• DBS check paid for by the service
• Blue Light Card for retail and leisure discounts
• Company pension scheme
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities