Deputy Manager

Nayland, United Kingdom | Posted on 09/22/2026

Are you an experienced senior care professional looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Deputy Manager to join our well-established, medium-sized residential care home in the beautiful village of Nayland.

Working closely with the Home Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care while supporting the day-to-day management of the home. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual who is passionate about achieving outstanding outcomes for residents and leading a committed care team.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager in the overall running of the service.




• Lead, motivate and develop the care team to deliver exceptional standards of care.




• Ensure compliance with CQC regulations and company policies.




• Promote a positive culture focused on resident wellbeing, dignity and independence.




• Assist with staff recruitment, training, supervision and performance management.




• Support occupancy growth and maintain excellent relationships with residents, families and healthcare professionals.




• Participate in the on-call rota as required.

About You

• Previous experience in a senior leadership role within a care home setting.




• Strong knowledge of CQC regulations and best practice in elderly care.




• Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care as a minimum (Level 5 desirable or willingness to work towards).




• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.




• Passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £35,000 – £40,000 per annum.




• Supportive and experienced management team.




• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.




• Opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of residents.




• Career progression within a growing organisation.

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