Clinical Deputy Manager – Bispham Gardens
Location: Bispham Gardens, Blackpool
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week (including some weekends when required and on-call duties)
Located in a quiet residential area in Blackpool, Glenholme Bispham Gardens is for mature and older people with care needs looking to achieve a relaxing lifestyle and retirement. Glenholme Bispham Gardens is a 52-bed care home with a new 24-room expansion opened in early 2021. Care Staff are skilled in meeting specialist needs, including nursing, dementia, and end-of-life care.
Are you an experienced and compassionate nurse with a passion for delivering outstanding care to older people? Glenholme Healthcare is looking for a dedicated Clinical Deputy Manager to join our team at Bispham Gardens.
About the Role:
As Clinical Deputy Manager, you'll work alongside the Registered Manager to ensure the smooth and effective day-to-day running of the home. You'll lead the clinical and care team in delivering person-centred care that respects the dignity, independence, and individual choices of our residents.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Registered Nurse (RGN) ready to take the next step in their leadership journey, or for a current Deputy Manager seeking a new and meaningful challenge in an organisation that truly values its people.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide strong clinical leadership and support to nursing and care staff
Oversee and maintain the highest standards in care planning and delivery
Ensure compliance with CQC regulations and Glenholme's quality standards
Promote best practice in dementia care, palliative care, and medication management
Support, mentor, and develop staff to reach their full potential
Participate in staffing, rota planning, and operational oversight
Act as a key point of contact for residents, families, and professionals
Deputise for the Home Manager as required
About You:
NMC-registered nurse (RGN) – Essential
Must hold an NVQ Level 3 – Essential
Ideally hold or be working towards NVQ Level 5.
Previous experience in a care home setting, ideally supporting older people with complex needs
Experience of leading & managing a team within a health care setting and experience of delivering care
Understanding of safeguarding adults at risk, health & safety requirements related to running a care home, and infection control
Understanding of the regulations and legislation within the care profession
Understanding of CQC, national minimum standard,s and key care principles
Knowledge of dementia care, end-of-life support, and clinical governance
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
A warm, empathetic approach and a commitment to delivering person-centred care
Organised, reliable, and passionate about maintaining high clinical standards
What We Offer:
28 days annual leave (including bank holiday), 1 additional day off with every year of service up to a maximum of 5.
Your Birthday off (after a successful probation period)
Auto-enrolment pension scheme
Life Insurance cover of £10,000 (T&Cs apply)
Automatic entry into our Employee Assistance Programme – Offering child support, financial advice, mental health support, and much more
Ongoing professional training and development
Supportive and friendly working environment
Career progression opportunities within Glenholme Healthcare
Blue light card reimbursement
At Glenholme, we're committed to creating a home-from-home where residents feel safe, respected, and truly cared for. If you share our values and want to make a lasting difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply Today!
Job Code: GHBIS3