Deputy Home Manager (Clinical)

Deputy Home Manager (Clinical) Care / Nursing Home

Location: Newark, Nottinghamshire

Position: Deputy Home Manager (RGN / RMN / RNLD)

Hours: Full Time 44 hours per week

Salary: £17.80 £18.80 per hour (£40,726 £43,014 per year)

Contract: Permanent

Care Categories: Dementia / Elderly Care / Learning Disabilities

Important: Applicants must have experience working as a Deputy Manager within a Care Home setting and must currently have the right to work in the UK.

About the Role

We are looking for a Clinical Deputy Home Manager (RGN / RMN / RNLD) to support the leadership of a well-established nursing home in Newark, Nottinghamshire.

As Deputy Manager, you will work closely with the Home Manager to ensure the highest standards of clinical care, regulatory compliance, and team leadership. You will also take responsibility for the running of the home in the absence of the Home Manager.

This role combines clinical leadership with operational responsibilities, ensuring residents receive compassionate, high-quality, person-centred care.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager in the day-to-day running of the service
• Lead, mentor and support the nursing and care team
• Maintain accurate and detailed care records
• Ensure safe storage and administration of medication
• Promote high standards of care in line with CQC regulations
• Act as a key contact for residents and their families
• Support recruitment, training and development of staff
• Maintain health and safety standards within the home
• Continuously improve care quality and resident experience

About You

To be successful in this role you should have:

• Registered Nurse qualification (RGN / RMN / RNLD)
• Active NMC PIN
• Experience working as a Deputy Manager, Clinical Lead, Unit Manager or Senior Nurse within a Care Home
• Good knowledge of CQC standards and regulatory requirements
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to support and develop a clinical team

NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management is desirable but not essential.

Benefits

Alongside a competitive salary, the company offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Paid Enhanced DBS
• Free uniform
• Homemade meals during shifts
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Group life assurance
• Wagestream flexible access to pay
• Award-winning learning and development programmes
• Online GP service for you and your children under 16
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)
• High street discount scheme (1600+ retailers)
• Recognition awards and long service awards
• Refer a Friend scheme

About the Organisation

The organisation is committed to delivering compassionate, person-centred care across its homes. The team values kindness, respect, and professionalism, ensuring residents are supported to live with dignity and independence.

Staff are supported through career development pathways, CPD opportunities, and leadership programmes, offering excellent progression opportunities.

Apply

If you are a Registered Nurse (RGN / RMN / RNLD) with an active NMC PIN and experience in a senior clinical role within a care home, we would love to hear from you.

All enquiries and applications will be treated in strict confidence.