Clinical Deputy Manager Wendreth Court
Location: Wendreth Court, March, Cambridgeshire
Salary: Competitive
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week (including some weekends when required and on-call duties)
At Wendreth Court, we believe in creating a home where residents feel valued, respected, and truly cared for. Our purpose-built, 54-bed care home in the heart of March, Cambridgeshire, offers a warm and welcoming environment for older people requiring nursing, dementia, respite, 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 Wendreth Court.
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: GHWEN3
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