Deputy Nurse Manager

Leaders In Care Recruitment Ltd; Leyland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care recruitment agency is seeking a Deputy Nurse Manager in Leyland. This full-time position involves supporting the Home Manager in daily operations, leading clinical care, mentoring staff, and ensuring high-quality care standards. Ideal candidates will be NMC-registered Nurses with senior or managerial experience and excellent leadership skills. The role offers a competitive salary of £23.00 per hour with various benefits including professional development support and a company pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Free DBS check

Company pension scheme

Health and wellbeing support

Professional development support

Free uniform

Access to Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• NMC-registered Nurse with experience in senior nursing or deputy management roles.
• Proven ability to lead teams and ensure quality standards in clinical care.

Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager in day-to-day operations of the care home.
• Lead clinical care and ensure quality standards are met.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop nursing and care staff.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Team-oriented mindset

Education

NMC registration (RGN / RMN)

Job description

Are you an experienced Registered Nurse looking to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in leadership roles where you can truly make a difference every day? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

A well‑established care home in the Leyland area is currently seeking a

Nurse Deputy Manager

to join their dedicated team. This role is ideal for someone passionate about delivering outstanding care, supporting a team, and driving high clinical standards.

About the Role

As Nurse Deputy Manager, you'll support the Home Manager in leading the day‑to‑day operations of a care home that provides both dementia and general nursing care. You'll be responsible for:

• Leading clinical care and ensuring quality standards are met
• Supervising, mentoring, and developing nursing and care staff
• Supporting care planning and medication management
• Acting as a positive role model and promoting a culture of respect, compassion, and dignity

What We’re Looking For

• NMC‑registered Nurse (RGN / RMN)
• Experience in a senior nursing or deputy management role within a care setting
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• A proactive, positive, and team‑oriented mindset

What’s on Offer

• Competitive pay of £23.00 per hour
• Overtime enhancements (+£2.00 per hour)
• Paid NMC annual registration
• Free DBS check
• Enhanced bank holiday pay
• Company pension scheme
• On‑site parking
• Refer‑a‑Friend bonus
• Professional development support including NVQs and further qualifications
• Health and wellbeing support via employee benefits platform
• Free uniform and discounted staff meals
• Access to the Blue Light Card with discounts

This is a full‑time, permanent position to work as Deputy Nurse Manager, 40 hours per week. The role includes 2 days leading on the floor from 8am‑8pm, and 2 supernumerary shorter days.

If you are looking for a new role in Leyland and would like further details on this new Deputy Nurse Manager role, please apply or contact Gemma at Leaders in Care.