Location: Alba Rose, Keld Head Hall, Middleton Road, Pickering YO18 8NR
Deputy Manager – Saint Cecilia’s Care Home, Scarborough
Full-time | 40 hours per week
£14.66 per hour (equivalent to £30,492 based on 40hrs a week)
Following an internal promotion we are seeking a committed and compassionate Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager at Alba Rose Care Home in Pickering. This is a key leadership role, combining hands‑on care, staff supervision, and day‑to‑day operational support, ensuring our residents receive kind, safe, high‑quality, person‑centered care at all times.
You will lead by example, support the care team, and help maintain a warm, well‑run home where residents feel respected, comfortable, and valued.
Key Responsibilities
* Supporting the Registered Manager in the day‑to‑day running of the home
* Leading, supervising, and supporting care staff to deliver high standards of care
* Ensuring care is person‑centered, safe, and compliant with regulatory requirements
* Supporting care planning, risk assessments, and accurate record‑keeping
* Acting as a role model for best practice and professional standards
* Supporting staff induction, training, and development
* Assisting with audits, quality assurance, and maintaining a positive CQC culture
* Providing hands‑on care when needed and responding to residents’ needs promptly
* Deputising for the Registered Manager as required
What Our Residents Value Most
* Treat them with dignity, patience, and genuine respect
* Take time to listen, talk, and understand them, not just complete tasks
* Provide calm reassurance and consistency
* Respect their independence, routines, and personal choices
* Lead staff who are kind, attentive, and unhurried
* Help create a warm, friendly atmosphere where they feel safe and at ease
About You
* Experience working in a care home or similar setting, ideally in a senior or leadership role
* A caring and professional approach with strong people skills
* Confident supporting staff and managing day‑to‑day challenges
* Good understanding of person‑centered care for older adults
* Ability to lead by example and promote best practice
* NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care and willingness to work towards Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care and/or Level 5 Leader in Adult Care
* Strong communication and organisational skills
What We Offer
* Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
* Supportive management and a stable team
* Opportunities for career development
* A meaningful leadership role where you can make a real difference
About Alba Rose Care Home & Our Location
Alba Rose Care Home is located in the historic market town of Pickering, close to the North York Moors. Our home offers a welcoming, calm environment for older adults who need residential care and support.
What makes Alba Rose special is our strong sense of community, stable staff team, and focus on relationships. We believe great care starts with knowing our residents as individuals — their life stories, routines, preferences, and what matters most to them. We are proud to offer a home where both residents and staff feel supported and listened to.
Progression and Benefits
* Enhanced pension contributions
* Perkbox – access to a range of free perks and over 1,000 discounts from the biggest brands
* Enhanced sick pay (terms and conditions apply)
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Happy Birthday Day Off – after 1 year service celebrate your birthday with a day’s leave on us
* Training and development opportunities
* Long service awards for milestones of service from 5 years to 35 years+ (in 5-year increments), starting at £100 gift voucher for 5 years’ service
* Saint Cecilia's Awards, recognising and rewarding employees that have gone the extra mile at work and made a difference in our homes.
How to apply
Apply direct: email CV and covering letter to recruitment@stcecilias.co.uk
Apply today and help shape the future of care at Alba Rose Care Home.
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