Deputy Nursing Home Manager

Purosearch Ltd; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Purosearch Ltd is advertising a Clinical Deputy Home Manager role in Yeovil, Somerset. The role leads clinical care within a dementia-focused 33-bed nursing home and supports the Home Manager to maintain high standards of care.

Ideal candidates are RGN/RMN/RNLD with an active NMC PIN and a background in senior nursing roles, particularly in dementia or elderly care, coupled with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN/RNLD) with current NMC PIN.
• Senior nursing experience in dementia or elderly care setting.
• Strong understanding of dementia care best practice.
• Confident leader with excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Autonomous with ability to lead a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager with the overall operational management of the home.
• Provide clinical leadership to ensure safe, effective, high-quality care.
• Supervise, mentor and develop nursing and care staff, promoting a positive team culture.
• Conduct care audits and ensure compliance with CQC standards and internal policies.
• Build 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

Staff supervision

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Dementia care

Education

NMC PIN registration

Job description

Clinical Deputy Home Manager – Dementia Nursing Home

Yeovil, Somerset

£48,000-£52,000

33 bed Nursing Home

About the Home

A warm, person-centred dementia-focused nursing home located in Yeovil, Somerset.

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 CQC 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.