Surecare Group has been providing nursing care for our residents since 2003. Our homes operate under our ethos 'Care, Quality & Compassion' which is at the heart of everything we do.
Lead from the Front – Join Our Nursing Home as a Hands-On Deputy Manager
We are seeking a dedicated and clinically confident Deputy Manager to join our team at Brocklehurst, a respected nursing home providing high-quality care for adults with complex health needs.
This is a dual-role position combining frontline nursing responsibilities with clinical leadership and managerial support. You will be a key figure in both the day-to-day care of our residents and in supporting the Home Manager with governance, compliance, and operational excellence.
Your Responsibilities:
Hands-On Clinical Leadership:
* Work regular shifts as a nurse on duty, delivering direct clinical care to residents and overseeing day-to-day clinical operations.
* Supervise, mentor, and support Nurse, Nurse Assistants and Care Assistants to maintain excellent nursing standards.
* Ensure all residents receive person-centred, safe, and dignified care tailored to their individual needs.
* Oversee medication administration, clinical documentation, risk assessments, and care plan reviews.
* Maintain a visible presence on the floor, acting as a clinical role model and first point of escalation for staff and families.
Deputy Management Responsibilities:
* Support the Home Manager with audits, clinical governance, CQC compliance, and overall service quality.
* Contribute to recruitment, rota management, staff development, and training.
* Assist in managing complaints, safeguarding processes, and liaison with external professionals.
* Provide leadership and continuity in the absence of the Home Manager, helping ensure the home runs smoothly and efficiently.
What We're Looking For
* Registered Nurse with active NMC PIN.
* Previous experience in a nursing home as a Senior Nurse or Deputy Manager.
* Strong leadership, clinical decision-making, and communication skills.
* Thorough understanding of nursing home compliance standards and best practice care delivery.
* Commitment to a resident-first, dignified approach to nursing and care.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits
* Structured induction and ongoing support from a strong management team
* Career progression opportunities within a supportive care group
* A team-focused, resident-first working environment
Be the clinical leader who shapes everyday life for residents and staff.
Apply today and bring your hands-on expertise to a role that truly matters.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £23.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 36 per week
Application question(s):
* Tell me a little about yourself and why you have applied for this position?
* What is the postcode you will be commuting from?
* Do you have any experience working in a nursing home?
* Are you authorised to work in the UK? If so, please provide details of your current Right to Work status.
Experience:
* Registered Nurse: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
* NMC (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Brocklehurst - Deputy Manager