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Willing Care Recruitment Limited; Felixstowe; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card

Long service awards

Company pension

Support with revalidation

Internal training

Paid NMC fees

Job summary

Willing Care Recruitment Limited is supporting a nursing home in recruiting a Deputy Nurse Manager to lead nursing and care teams in delivering high-quality, person-centred care for older adults with nursing and dementia needs.

The successful candidate will be a registered nurse with leadership experience, committed to clinical excellence, staff development, and maintaining standards to meet CQC requirements.

Qualifications

• A Registered Nurse (NMC Pin essential) with experience in a leadership or management role.
• Experience within a nursing home setting and a strong understanding of dementia and general nursing care.
• Excellent communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• A compassionate and proactive leader who can inspire and support a team to deliver outstanding care.
• A commitment to continuous professional development and high standards of clinical practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership and guidance to nursing and care teams, ensuring a positive and collaborative working environment.
• Support the Registered Manager in maintaining compliance with CQC standards and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the delivery of person-centred care, ensuring dignity, respect, and compassion remain at the heart of all practices.
• Lead and support staff with training, development, and revalidation processes.
• Manage clinical governance and ensure high-quality documentation and reporting.
• Foster strong relationships with residents, their families, and external professionals to enhance the quality of care.

Skills

Leadership experience

Dementia care

Communication

Decision making

Problem solving

Compassionate leadership

Education

Registered Nurse (NMC Pin)

Job description

We’re looking for a Deputy Nurse Manager to join a welcoming nursing home that provides outstanding care for older adults with nursing and dementia needs. With a Good CQC rating, the home is proud of its warm, supportive atmosphere where residents are treated as individuals and given the very best care.

This role is a great opportunity for a nurse-qualified professional with leadership experience who’s ready to take the next step. As Deputy Nurse Manager, you’ll work alongside a passionate management team, playing a key part in leading the staff, supporting high-quality care, and keeping the home running smoothly.

Who We’re Looking For:

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• Registered Nurse (NMC Pin essential) with experience in a leadership or management role
• Experience within a nursing home setting and a strong understanding of dementia and general nursing care.
• Excellent communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• A compassionate and proactive leader who can inspire and support a team to deliver outstanding care.
• A commitment to continuous professional development and high standards of clinical practice.

What’s in It for You?:

• Competitive annual leave allowance
• Employee Assistance Programme – confidential support when needed
• Blue Light Card – discounts and perks for healthcare professionals
• Long service awards to recognise and reward dedication
• Company pension scheme for future financial security
• Support with revalidation to maintain your professional registration
• Internal training and development opportunities to help you grow
• Paid NMC fees

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strong leadership and guidance to nursing and care teams, ensuring a positive and collaborative working environment.
• Support the Registered Manager in maintaining compliance with CQC standards and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the delivery of person-centred care, ensuring dignity, respect, and compassion remain at the heart of all practices.
• Lead and support staff with training, development, and revalidation processes.
• Manage clinical governance and ensure high-quality documentation and reporting.
• Foster strong relationships with residents, their families, and external professionals to enhance the quality of care.