**Job Posting: Deputy Care Home Manager (RGN/RMN)**
**Location:** Dover, CT17
**Job Type:** Full-time, Permanent
**Salary:** **£52,000 - £55,000 per annum** (Depending on Experience)
Are you an experienced **clinical lead** or senior **nurse** ready to step into a pivotal leadership role? We are a leading **nursing home** in Dover seeking a dedicated and dynamic **Deputy Care Home Manager** to support the **Home Manager** in delivering outstanding **elderly care**.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a proven leader, such as a **Ward Manager**, **Unit Lead**, or **Clinical Deputy Manager**, to join a supportive team and play a key role in the operational and **clinical** success of our home.
**Benefits:**
* Highly competitive salary of **£52,000 - £55,000** per annum
* Full-time, permanent position with a clear career path
* Supportive working environment within a reputable care provider
* Significant opportunities for professional development
**Key Responsibilities:**
* Deputise for the **Home Manager** in their absence, providing full leadership and operational management of the **care home**.
* Provide strong **clinical** leadership and supervision to **staff nurses** and care teams, ensuring the highest standards of person-centred **elderly care**.
* Ensure the home operates in full compliance with CQC regulations, company policies, and all health and safety standards.
* Support the **Home Manager** with staff recruitment, training, mentorship, and performance management.
* Oversee and manage **medication rounds**, care planning, and complex **clinical** interventions, maintaining your **NMC PIN** and leading by example.
* Act as a **clinical lead**, championing best practices in dementia care, palliative care, and chronic disease management.
* Build and maintain excellent relationships with residents, families, healthcare professionals, and local authorities.
* Assist in the financial management of the home, including budget control and resource allocation.
**What We Are Looking For (Essential Requirements):**
* A valid **NMC PIN** as a **Registered Nurse (RGN, RMN, or RNLD)** is highly desirable.
* A minimum of **2 years of management experience** in a **healthcare** setting, specifically within a UK **nursing home** or **care home**.
* **Proven experience in a leadership role** (e.g., **Clinical Deputy Manager**, **Unit Lead**, **Ward Manager**, **Ward Sister**, or **Clinical Lead**).
* In-depth knowledge of CQC standards and a proven track record of driving and maintaining high-quality ratings.
* Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills.
* A strong, hands-on **clinical** background with excellent knowledge of **elderly care** and best practices.
* A proactive, decisive, and compassionate leader dedicated to providing the highest quality of care.
**How to Apply:**
If you are a motivated **Registered Nurse** or **Clinical Services Manager** with the leadership experience and passion to excel as our **Deputy Care Home Manager**, we would love to hear from you.
Please click the 'Apply Now' button to submit your application through Indeed.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £52,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person