Deputy Manager

Hulton House Care Home is looking for an experienced, motivated and compassionate Deputy Manager (NMC Registered Nurse) to join our management team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious nursing professional who is passionate about delivering outstanding care, providing strong clinical leadership and supporting a dedicated team to achieve the highest standards.
Working closely with the Home Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring residents receive safe, effective and person-centred care while helping to create a positive and supportive environment for residents, relatives and colleagues.
A current, active NMC PIN is essential for this position.
The RoleAs Deputy Manager, you will support the Home Manager in overseeing the clinical and operational management of Hulton House Care Home.
You will be a visible and approachable leader, leading by example, supporting the nursing and care teams and ensuring that excellent standards of clinical care, safety and resident well being are consistently maintained.
Your responsibilities will include:
Supporting the Home Manager with the effective day-to-day running of the care home.

Providing strong clinical leadership and guidance to nursing and care staff.

Ensuring residents receive high-quality, safe and person-centred care.

Overseeing clinical assessments, care plans and risk assessments.

Ensuring safe medication management and administration.

Monitoring clinical standards and ensuring compliance with NMC requirements and CQC regulations.

Promoting safeguarding, infection prevention and control and health and safety.

Supporting staff recruitment, induction, training, supervision and development.

Conducting audits, monitoring performance and implementing improvements where necessary.

Building positive relationships with residents, families, healthcare professionals and external agencies.

Supporting CQC inspections and maintaining regulatory compliance.

Deputising for the Home Manager in their absence.

About YouWe are looking for someone who is not only clinically competent but also has the leadership qualities, enthusiasm and compassion to inspire others.

Current, active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and a valid PIN.

Previous experience in a senior nursing, clinical leadership or supervisory role, ideally within a care home environment.

Strong clinical knowledge and understanding of nursing practice within adult social care.

Good understanding of CQC regulations, clinical governance and quality assurance.

Experience in care planning, clinical assessments, medication management and risk management.

Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.

Ability to motivate, support and develop a team.

A genuine passion for delivering outstanding, person-centred care.

A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Desirable:
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care or equivalent.

Previous experience as a Deputy Manager or Clinical Lead within a care home.

Experience supporting successful CQC inspections and quality improvement programmes.

What We OfferA rewarding management position with the opportunity to make a real difference.