Deputy Manager – Towy Castle Care Home
Location: Carmarthen, South Wales
Salary: £33,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: 40 hours per week (Mon–Fri, with flexibility for evenings, weekends & on-call)
Lead with Care. Support with Purpose.
We're seeking a dedicated Deputy Manager to join Towy Castle Care Home. You'll support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home, supervise staff, and step up in their absence to ensure smooth operations and high-quality care.
About Towy Castle
Towy Castle is a 61-bed residential care home set within beautiful landscaped gardens overlooking the Towy estuary. We specialise in dementia and elderly care and are proud of our long-standing, supportive team.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Registered Manager in the daily running of the home
* Provide leadership, supervision, and appraisals to staff
* Oversee audits, compliance, and quality assurance
* Manage care plans and risk assessments
* Assist with recruitment, induction, and training
* Liaise with families, professionals, and external agencies
* Manage rotas and staffing levels
* Be part of the on-call rota and provide cover when required
What We're Looking For
Registered with Social Care Wales (SCW)
Significant experience in managing audits, meeting regulatory standards, supervisions, and appraisals
Management/leadership experience in a care setting
Strong knowledge of CIW standards and dementia care
Excellent communication and organisational skills
UK driving licence (essential)
Why Join Us?
Competitive salary
Permanent, full-time role with clear structure
Long-standing, supportive team culture
Training and professional development opportunities
A role with real impact and purpose
Apply Today – help us deliver care with dignity, respect, and compassion at Towy Castle.
Please note that at this point, My Choice Healthcare is not accepting applicants who require a Skilled Worker visa as a prerequisite to a right to work in the UK. Applicants should ensure they have the right to work in the UK before applying for a vacancy.
My Choice Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £33,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* Do you hold a valid UK driving licence and have access to your own vehicle?
* Our roles do not offer visa sponsorship. Will you require sponsorship now or in the future?
Work Location: In person