Remedicare Staffing are currently seeking a strong Care Home Deputy Manager to join a modern, purpose‑built Residential Care Home in Reading that specialises in elderly care.
Residential Care Home Deputy Manager
* 35,500+ per annum (Negotiable)
* Full time role, Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
* Benefits include: Blue light card, company phone, company laptop
A passionate and dedicated individual is required to help run a comfortable, 27‑bedded Care Home in Reading as their new Deputy Home Manager. This is a full‑time Deputy Manager position paying from 35,000+ per annum, working core hours Monday to Friday, with an occasional day at the weekend.
The home specialises in elderly care and is a part of an established charity with a fantastic reputation and a long history of supporting and developing their staff. The service was purpose‑built as a care home and offers home‑cooked meals and an attractive garden alongside easy access to Reading town centre. They have free parking on site, as well as brilliant public transport links by both train and bus routes.
As Care Home Deputy Manager, you will be part of the management team that sets the tone for delivering the very highest standards of person‑centred care. You will be involved in everything from the orientation and development of staff, liaising with families and other healthcare professionals, to being responsible for maintaining detailed and accurate care records. The hours are fully supernumerary, however, the Deputy Care Home Manager will not be fully office based as the successful applicant would also be expected to be on the floor, supervising, leading and mentoring the care staff.
Previous Care Home Deputy Manager or Care Manager experience is preferred. Experienced Head of Cares or Unit Managers with at least NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care are encouraged to apply. This is a initial fixed term maternity cover contract for 12 months, with the potential to go permanent.
Care Home Deputy Manager profile:
* NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or above
* Medication trained
* Experience of working within a Care Home environment
* Proficient with care plans, risk assessments, supervisions, liaising with families and other healthcare professionals
Care Home Deputy Manager duties will include:
* Supervising the floor ensuring a high quality of care provision is maintained
* Carrying out audits in conjunction with the Registered Manager
* Stepping in for the Registered Manager and running the service when they are out of the home
* Working to maintain the standards as set out by the Health and Social Care Act, CQC, and any other relevant legislation
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