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Deputy Manager – Care Home - Residential / Nursing

Location: Liverpool, Merseyside

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us

We are a compassionate, high-quality residential care home located in Liverpool, dedicated to providing exceptional, person-centred care for our residents. Our team is passionate, skilled, and committed to maintaining a warm, supportive, and homely environment where residents feel valued, respected, and cared for.

Role Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Deputy Manager to join our leadership team. The Deputy Manager will support the Home Manager in the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring the highest standards of care, safety, and compliance with CQC and local authority expectations.

This is an exciting opportunity for a healthcare professional with a strong clinical background (Nurse/ strong clinical experience preferred) to lead by example, inspire a team, and drive service excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Management

* Assist the Home Manager in all aspects of operational and clinical management of the home.

* Lead and motivate the care team to deliver exceptional, person-centred care.

* Act as the responsible person in the absence of the Home Manager.

* Support a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and professional growth.

* Manage staff rotas, recruitment, inductions, supervision, and performance appraisals.

* Promote effective communication across all departments, ensuring seamless coordination between care, kitchen, maintenance, and administration teams.

* Support HR processes, including absence management and disciplinary procedures, in line with company policy.

* Participate in resident admissions and pre-assessment processes to ensure smooth transitions into care.

Clinical and Care Quality

* Provide clinical leadership and ensure safe, evidence-based care practices throughout the home.

* Conduct and oversee clinical audits, including medication, infection control, nutrition, hydration, and falls.

* Monitor clinical indicators (pressure areas, weight loss, wounds, incidents) and implement corrective actions promptly.

* Support accurate care planning, risk assessment, and reviews to ensure person-centred and outcome-focused care.

* Oversee safe medication administration and storage in compliance with policies and CQC standards.

* Champion best practices in infection prevention, safeguarding, and mental capacity compliance.

* Conduct quality assurance checks and ensure continuous learning from audits, incidents, and feedback.

Training and Staff Development

* Identify training needs and ensure staff receive timely mandatory and developmental training.

* Coach and mentor junior staff, fostering leadership at all levels.

* Support competency assessments and clinical supervision programmes.

* Promote reflective practice and staff engagement sessions for quality improvement.

Governance and Compliance

* Assist in preparing the home for internal audits, CQC inspections, and local authority visits.

* Maintain robust governance systems, ensuring policies, procedures, and documentation are current and implemented effectively.

* Lead or contribute to monthly governance, health & safety, and quality assurance meetings.

* Record and analyse incidents, complaints, and safeguarding concerns to ensure lessons learned and continuous improvement.

* Support the Home Manager in implementing the Home Development Plan and Action Plans.

Resident, Family & Community Engagement

* Build and maintain positive relationships with residents, families, professionals, and external agencies.

* Participate in resident and family meetings, ensuring transparency and responsiveness to feedback.

* Promote social inclusion and resident wellbeing through meaningful activities and community connections.

* Lead by example in demonstrating compassion, respect, and professionalism.

Qualifications & Experience

* Deputy Manager/Unit Manager - 6+ year experience - Strong leadership quality, Strong Communication skills to resident and their family, external bodies, staff coaching/mentoring and team-building skills.

* Nurse (RGN/RMN) preferred, with strong clinical experience (10+ years) in a care home or healthcare setting.

* Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior or management role within a care environment.

*NVQ Level 4/5 in Health and Social Care or equivalent leadership qualification.

* Excellent understanding of CQC regulations, governance, and compliance frameworks.

* Competent IT skills (Microsoft Office, Care Management Software, Digital Care Systems).

* Excellent organisational and communication skills with a compassionate, person-centred approach.

* Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain high standards and communication under pressure.

Benefits

* Competitive salary (dependent on experience and qualifications)

* Opportunities for career progression and professional development

* Supportive management, inclusive, and team-oriented working environment

* Comprehensive benefits package including holiday pay and pension scheme

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Deputy Manager or Registered Nurse with strong clinical and leadership skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality care, we’d love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this position.

Join us in leading excellence and shaping the future of person-centered care in Liverpool.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £36,000.00-£43,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Application question(s):

• Where are you based ?

Experience:

• Care plan and Risk assessment: 6 years (required)
• Nursing/Clinical Lead/Deputy Manger : 5 years (preferred)
• Medication administration/Audit: 6 years (required)
• Deputy/Unit Manager/Leadership: 5 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Level 3 in Health Care Management or Nursing (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: On the road