Deputy Nurse Manager

Purosearch Ltd; Seaton; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Purosearch Ltd in Seaton, Devon, is seeking an experienced Clinical Deputy Home Manager to lead a dementia-focused nursing home. The role combines clinical leadership with senior management responsibilities to maintain outstanding care.

The successful RN with NMC PIN will support the Home Manager, supervise staff, oversee care plans and medication management, and drive continuous improvement in a warm, person-centred environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN/RNLD) with current NMC PIN.
• Senior nursing experience in dementia or elderly care setting.
• Strong communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager with overall operational management of the home.
• Provide clinical leadership to ensure safe, high-quality nursing care tailored to residents with dementia.
• Supervise, mentor and develop nursing and care staff to promote a positive team culture.
• Conduct care audits, manage care plans and ensure CIW standards compliance.
• Build strong relationships with residents, families, healthcare professionals and external agencies.
• Assist with staff rota management, recruitment, training and performance reviews.
• Oversee medication management and ensure best-practice clinical standards.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Team leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

NMC PIN

Job description

Clinical Deputy Home Manager - Dementia Nursing Home Seaton, Devon £52,000-£55,000

About the Home

A warm, person-centred dementia-focused nursing home located in Seaton, Devon.

The home prides itself on a compassionate culture, strong leadership, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

The Registered Manager is now looking for an experienced, motivated Clinical Lead Nurse / Deputy Nurse Manager to support them in leading the team, maintain and exceed our clients high standards.

The Role

As Deputy Nursing Home Manager, you will work closely with the Home Manager to ensure the smooth daily running of the service, providing clinical leadership and supporting staff to deliver outstanding, dignified care.

This role combines clinical expertise with strong leadership and management responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Home Manager with the overall operational management of the home.
• Provide clinical leadership to ensure safe, effective, high-quality nursing care tailored to residents living with dementia.
• Supervise, mentor and develop nursing and care staff, promoting a positive and inclusive team culture.
• Conduct care audits, manage care plans and ensure compliance with CIW standards and internal policies.
• Build strong relationships with residents, families, healthcare professionals and external agencies.
• Assist with staff rota management, recruitment, training, and performance reviews.
• Oversee medication management and ensure best practice clinical standards are met.

About You:

• Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN/RNLD) with current NMC PIN.
• Previous experience in a senior nursing role within a dementia or elderly care setting.
• Strong understanding of dementia care best practice.
• Confident leader with excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Passionate about delivering person-centred care and driving continuous improvement.
• Ability to work autonomously while supporting a collaborative team culture.