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Deputy Home Manager - Residential Care

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Deputy Home Manager – Residential Care
£16.50 per hour | Full-Time

 

Our client, a well-established and highly regarded residential care service, is currently recruiting for a Deputy Home Manager to join their leadership team. This full-time role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults, including those living with dementia, within a warm and supportive care environment.

 

Set in a welcoming and homely setting, the service prides itself on delivering person-centred care where residents are treated with dignity, compassion, and respect every day.

 

As Deputy Home Manager, you’ll work closely with the Home Manager to oversee the day-to-day running of the service. This includes leading care teams, supporting staff development, ensuring high standards of care, and playing an active role in care planning and compliance.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident, caring professional who thrives in a team environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality care for older people.

 

What We’re Looking For

  • A Level 3 qualification or higher in Health and Social Care
  • Previous experience in a senior care role (e.g., Senior Carer, Team Leader, or similar)
  • Background in elderly and dementia care is essential
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and support others
  • Compassionate, organised, and confident in managing care delivery

 

What’s in it for You?

Working at this service means becoming part of a team that truly values its people. Benefits include:

  • Company pension scheme
  • Paid enhanced DBS check
  • Employee assistance programme for wellbeing support
  • Subsidised meals during shifts
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Employee rewards and recognition scheme

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the Home Manager in leading and managing the care team
  • Promote a culture of respect, dignity, and independence among residents
  • Oversee care planning and ensure individual care needs are met effectively
  • Supervise staff, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance support
  • Maintain a safe, compliant, and person-focused environment
  • Foster strong relationships with families, external professionals, and the wider community

Reference: WILL119432/DB