DEPUTY MANAGER Location: Hartwell, Northampton Hours: 37.5 per week Salary: £40,599 per annum The Oakleaf Group are currently recruiting for a full time, experienced Deputy Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to join an established multi disciplinary team working within the field of acquired brain injury. The Oakleaf Group currently caters for a male client base specialising in neurological rehabilitation across various sites. This role is at our Hilltop House site at Hartwell in Northampton, currently rated as Outstanding by CQC. Working for this Leading Care Provider you will be instrumental in the provision of care and therefore it is desirable that you have a proven track record working in a similar position within the care sector. The Deputy Manager is expected to deputise for the Unit manager in their absence, providing a high quality, safe, supportive environment in order to care for residents within this specialist area meeting the identified physical, mental and social care needs. Rewards & Benefits: Free DBS Check Stakeholder Pension Free Employee Assistance Programme Annual Employee Awards Evening CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grants Free staff meals Free on-site parkingAs a Deputy Manager - Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN/RNLD) your main duties will be: To communicate information accurately on patient care to the patient, families, internal and external professionals, including commissioners whilst maintaining confidentiality and adhering to the principles of Information Governance To carry out Pre-admission assessments when required To become knowledgeable in policies, procedures and CQC compliance to order and monitor medications for residents Where necessary refer residents and liaise with external Health Care Professionals To effectively manage non-qualified staff and additional responsibilities for the liaison and management of qualified Nursing staff. This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties following appropriate discussion with their line manager. Desirable Skills and Necessary Qualifications as a Deputy Manager: Registered Nurse (RGN/ RMN/RNLD) for a minimum of 3 years, with management experience. Current NMC PIN Possess good judgement, problem-solving and decision-making skills Good organisational and time management skills Ability to work flexible hoursWho we are! The CareTech Group; established in 1993, and is one of the largest providers of specialist social care services supporting 5000 adults with a wide range of needs in more than 550 services across the UK. Committed to the highest standards of care and governance, we provide innovative care pathways for vulnerable people to live in community settings. We support people to take control of their lives – this could be finding employment, having an active social life, learning new skills or building self-confidence. Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure prior to commencement of employment, the disclosure expense will be met by the employer. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact every applicant. We will be in touch 7-10 days after receipt of your CV if progressing your application to the next stage. * Some of our roles require male or female employees only, where this is indicated it is a genuine occupational requirement, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. The Caretech Group is a Sponsored Employer but our sponsorship programme is currently full. Please only apply if you have an existing right-to-work in the UK that doesn’t require sponsorship and you are not currently under an existing sponsorship