Senior Deputy Home Manager – Elderly & Dementia Care

Orchid Healthcare; Woolverstone; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Orchid Healthcare is seeking a Deputy Manager for a reputable nursing home in Ipswich, offering up to £50,000 per annum. The role requires 40 hours per week and experience in deputy management to oversee high-quality nursing and residential care for frail elderly residents, including those with dementia.

You will support the Manager, supervise nurses and carers, and help uphold the home’s reputation for excellence.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills required.
• Must hold valid NMC PIN.
• Previous experience in a Deputy Manager role is essential.
• Ideally hold NVQ4 or equivalent.
• Passion for elderly/dementia care.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Manager in planning and delivering high-quality nursing care.
• Lead and motivate a team of nurses and carers to maintain excellent standards.
• Ensure smooth day-to-day running of the home and liaise with healthcare professionals.
• Support inductions and orient new staff to the home.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

NMC PIN

Deputy Manager experience

NVQ4 or equivalent

Elderly/dementia care passion

Education

NVQ4 or equivalent

Job description

Orchid Healthcare is seeking a Deputy Manager for a reputable nursing home in Ipswich, offering up to £50,000 per annum. The role requires 40 hours per week and experience in deputy management to oversee high-quality nursing and residential care for frail elderly residents, including those with dementia.

You will support the Manager, supervise nurses and carers, and help uphold the home’s reputation for excellence.