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Deputy Manager

Job Posted: 18 days ago

Salary: £ 30,000 - 35,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Leicester, City of Leicester

Expire in: 10 days

Job Description

Deputy Care Manager – Elderly Residential Home

Leicester, UK

Contract (12 Months – Potential to Go Permanent)

£35,000 per annum

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Deputy Care Managerto join our warm and welcoming elderly residential home based in Leicester. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced care professional to step into a leadership role within a well-established setting that is committed to delivering the highest standard of person-centred care to its residents.

As Deputy Care Manager, you will work closely alongside the Registered Care Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the home, ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and dignity of all residents are upheld at all times. This position is initially offered on a 12-month contract basis, with a strong view to becoming a **permanent role for the right candidate.

As Deputy Care Manager, your responsibilities will include:

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    Supporting the Care Manager in the effective daily running of the residential home and stepping in during their absence

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    Supervising, mentoring, and motivating a team of care staff to maintain high standards of care delivery

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    Conducting care assessments and developing, implementing, and reviewing personalised care plans for all residents

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    Ensuring full compliance with CQC regulations, company policies, and relevant legislation

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    Managing safeguarding concerns in line with local authority procedures and reporting requirements

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    Monitoring residents' health and wellbeing, liaising with GPs, healthcare professionals, and family members as required

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    Leading and participating in staff training, inductions, and professional development initiatives

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    Maintaining accurate and up-to-date care documentation, records, and risk assessments

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    Supporting the recruitment and performance management of care staff

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    Promoting a positive, inclusive, and respectful environment for both residents and staff

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following criteria:

Hold a Level 3 in Health and Social Care

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    Have proven experience working in an elderly residential or care home setting, ideally in a senior or supervisory capacity

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    Strong understanding of CQC and regulatory requirements within residential care

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    Excellent leadership and people management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team

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    Solid knowledge of safeguarding procedures, risk assessments, and care planning processes

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    Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to liaise effectively with residents, families, and healthcare professionals

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    Empathetic, patient, and genuinely passionate about improving the lives of elderly residents

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    Proficiency in using care management software and maintaining accurate digital records

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    A valid DBS Check

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    Full eligibility to work in the United Kingdom

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    Competitive salary of £35,000 per annum

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    12-month contract with a strong potential for permanent employment

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    Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

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    The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of elderly residents

Please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role

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