Deputy manger

Full Time – Up to 42 hours per week

Salary: Up to £30,000 (circa)

Hollywynd Rest Home is seeking a reliable and confident Deputy Manager to support the daily running of our long-established residential home, which supports up to 40 elderly residents. This role is divided between office-based duties and hands-on time on the floor, leading shifts and supporting the care team.

About the Role:

The Deputy Manager will work closely with the Registered Manager to ensure the home operates safely, smoothly and in line with regulatory requirements. Responsibilities include completing care documentation, overseeing daily care delivery, supervising staff, supporting resident needs, and participating in the on-call every other weekend.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven leadership experience within a care home setting
• Ability to lead, support and supervise staff during shifts
• Strong understanding of care planning, including writing, reviewing and updating care plans
• Confident administering medication in line with policy and legislation
• Good awareness of safeguarding procedures and reporting requirements
• Ability to manage day-to-day care issues and respond appropriately in emergencies
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to complete accurate daily records, incident reports and handovers
• Good understanding of risk assessments and how to implement safe working practices
• Ability to build positive, professional relationships with residents, families and staff
• Strong organisational skills, able to prioritise tasks and manage workload effectively
• Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care and willingness to work towards NVQ Level 5

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience using the Camascope medication system
• Experience using Person Centered Software (PCS)
• Experience submitting CQC notifications
• Knowledge or experience of participating in CQC inspections
• Experience completing DoLS applications and associated paperwork
• Previous experience working specifically as a Deputy Manager or Senior role

The preferred shift pattern would be

Week 1

• Monday: 07:45–20:00
• Tuesday: 07:45–14:00
• Wednesday: OFF
• Thursday: 07:45–20:00
• Friday: 07:45–20:00

Week 2

• Monday: 07:45–20:00
• Tuesday: 07:45–14:00
• Wednesday: OFF
• Thursday: 07:45–14:00
• Friday: 07:45–20:00
• Saturday: 07:45–14:00/ On call
• Sunday: On Call

An alternative shift pattern can be discussed at interview, as well as hours per week and salary.

Please apply through indeed

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Flexitime
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Store discount
• Transport links

Application question(s):

• Do you hold a NVQ in Health and Social Care? If yes, please state with Level (3,4 or 5)
• Do you live locally to Hollywynd Rest Home?

Experience:

• Senior care: 5 years (required)
• Management: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person