Nurse Deputy Manager (RN) / Clinical Lead

Leonard Cheshire; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected care services provider in Swadlincote is seeking a Deputy Manager (RN) to support the nursing home. You will manage a dedicated team, ensure high standards of care, and promote independence for residents with disabilities. Ideal candidates should have NMC registration and experience in managing nursing staff. This role offers a chance for personal growth while making a significant impact on residents' lives.

Qualifications

• Current NMC registration as a Registered Nurse is essential.
• Experience in managing a team of nursing and care staff is required.
• Experience working with disabled individuals is important.

Responsibilities

• Support the Service Manager in running the nursing home.
• Lead a team to ensure excellent service delivery.
• Monitor compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Team management

Clinical support

Health and safety compliance

Patient advocacy

Education

NMC registration as a Registered Nurse

Level 5 Leadership in Health and Social Care (desirable)

Job description

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Nurse Deputy Manager (RN) / Clinical Lead, Swadlincote

Client: Leonard Cheshire

Location: Swadlincote, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 5b85ac479860

Job Views: 10

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

Full time, 35 hours per week.

*A night enhancement of £1.50 per hour will apply from 8pm to 7am Monday – Sunday (this does not apply to sleep-ins). A weekend day enhancement of £2.00 per hour will be paid from 7am to 8pm, Saturday and Sunday.

Proving quality, frontline care and support in our care homes, nursing homes and supported living services is at the very core of what we do. Our approach is based on the promotion of greater independence and choice for the people we support, working with over 1,600 people with a disability every day.

We are amongst the highest rated providers of care and supported living services in the UK, with 87% of our services rated ‘good’ or ‘outstanding’ by regulators.

Newlands House rated "Good" by CQC is a home for 37 people with physical disabilities.

We are based on Main Street, Netherseal, Swadlincote DE12 8DA. Please check the location before applying.

Would you like to join our great team, supporting our values and ethos, continuing the fantastic work that we do in making a positive impact on the lives of people with a disability?

About the role

As a Deputy Manager (RN) with Leonard Cheshire, you will fully support the Service Manager in the running of the nursing home and deputise in their absence. Providing effective management and supervision of a great team (including nurses and care staff), you will lead with passion and enthusiasm to ensure the service is well run. You will promote positive outcomes for disabled people with a flexible and proactive approach.

Responsible for monitoring and providing the highest standards of nursing, clinical and personal support to our customers, you will promote independence and choice. You will ensure the service is fully compliant regarding health and safety management, fulfilling statutory obligations and excellent overall service delivery.

This is a challenging yet exciting opportunity, offering the chance to grow and develop as a member of our brilliant team, making a difference to so many people’s lives.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Current NMC registration as a Registered Nurse
• A level of professional development and registration (may include Level 5 Leadership in Health and Social Care qualification).
• Experience in managing a team of nursing and care staff.
• Experience of providing direct personal and social care.
• Experience in working with customers who have physical and/or learning disabilities.