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Internal Vacancy – Deputy Manager (Clinical Lead – Essential)
Hours: 30 hours per week
Salary: £43,665.82 – £34,932.65 per annum pro rata (based on 30 hours)
Reporting to: Service Manager
Contract: Permanent
Location – Nottingham
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Deputy Manager with clinical leadership experience to join our team. This internal role is ideal for someone looking to take the next step in their leadership journey while continuing to make a meaningful difference to the lives of people we support.
You will deputise for the Service Manager and work closely alongside them to lead, develop and empower teams to deliver high‑quality, person‑centred services. You will also act as Clinical Lead, ensuring nursing and clinical needs are assessed, understood, and met in line with best practice and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Service Development
1. Deliver truly person‑centred services that reflect the wishes, aspirations and needs of the people we support
2. Develop innovative activities and plans that promote independence, inclusion and community engagement
3. Carry out regular audits covering quality, compliance and business performance, creating action plans where required
4. Support the Service Manager with annual business planning and performance targets
5. Promote a safe environment for people we support, colleagues and visitors
Team & Resource Management
6. Recruit, develop, motivate and performance‑manage staff and volunteers
7. Support staff development, identifying key responsibilities and growth opportunities
8. Manage rotas effectively to meet service needs and use resources efficiently
9. Take accountability for financial performance at service level, where appropriate
10. Ensure accurate and timely completion of records and reports
Communication & Engagement
11. Ensure people we support have meaningful opportunities to have their voices heard
12. Promote equality, diversity, dignity and respect in all areas of practice
13. Build strong relationships with families, professionals, community partners and internal stakeholders
14. Maintain clear and effective internal communication across teams and management
Clinical Lead Responsibilities
15. Lead on assessing, recording and reviewing clinical and nursing needs
16. Ensure Nursing Care Plans are in place and developed collaboratively with families, advocates and professionals
17. Take a multi‑disciplinary approach, liaising with health professionals as required
18. Maintain strong working relationships with GPs and other clinical partners
What We’re Looking For
Essential
19. NVQ/Diploma Level 3 in Health & Social Care
20. Recognised nursing qualification (RGN, RNLD or equivalent)
21. Strong knowledge of safeguarding, regulatory frameworks (e.g. CQC), and person‑centred practice
22. Experience supporting teams to deliver high‑quality services
23. Ability to lead, motivate and develop staff
Desirable
24. Level 5 Diploma in Health & Social Care or management qualification
25. Experience managing or clinically leading a service
26. Budget and rota management experience
Why Apply?
27. Progress your career into a senior leadership role
28. Shape and influence service delivery and clinical practice
29. Be part of a values‑driven organisation transforming lives every day
30. Access ongoing development, training and internal progression pathways