Deputy Manager Residential Care and Nursing Home

Job Description

Job Advertisement: Clinical Lead Deputy Manager (RGN) – Nursing Home

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Clinical Lead Deputy Manager (RGN) to join a well-established mid-size nursing home located in the serene countryside near Reigate, Surrey. This is a full-time, permanent position offering a competitive salary of £55,000–£60,000 (dependent on experience). The role is primarily Monday to Friday, with occasional clinical cover and on-call responsibilities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate and clinically skilled professional to take on a leadership role, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care while driving continuous improvement within the home.

Responsibilities

As the Clinical Lead Deputy Manager, your key responsibilities will include:

• Clinical Leadership : Oversee daily operations, including handovers, reviews, rota management, and making timely clinical decisions.
• Clinical Governance : Manage medication safety, audits, incident reporting, infection prevention and control (IPC), and implement actionable improvement plans.
• Compliance Management : Ensure full compliance with CQC standards through robust documentation, inspection readiness, and outcome evidence.
• Team Development : Mentor and supervise nurses and care staff, fostering professional growth and maintaining high performance across the clinical team.
• Person-Centred Care : Oversee the creation and maintenance of personalised care plans, ensuring they are up-to-date and aligned with residents' needs.
• Hands-On Support : Participate in regular clinical shifts to lead by example and uphold the highest standards of nursing care.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Registered Nurse (Adult) qualification with an active NMC pin.
• Proven experience as a Clinical Lead, Deputy Manager, or Unit Manager within a nursing home or similar clinical environment.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, risk management, audits, and clinical documentation.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to lead and inspire a team.
• A track record of implementing improvements based on audit findings.
• Desirable : A management qualification and experience in supporting individuals with dementia or complex clinical needs.

Day-to-Day

Your daily responsibilities will include:

• Leading clinical handovers and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
• Conducting audits and implementing action plans to maintain high standards of care.
• Supervising and mentoring the clinical team to ensure best practices are followed.
• Liaising with families and healthcare professionals to provide holistic care for residents.
• Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and maintaining inspection readiness.
• Providing hands-on clinical care as needed to support the team and residents.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package, including:

• Competitive salary of £55,000–£60,000 (dependent on experience).
• Pension scheme and healthcare benefits.
• Funded Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities.
• A supportive and values-driven working environment.
• Clear career progression pathways within a scenic and peaceful rural setting.

If you are a compassionate and skilled clinical leader looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and professional environment, we encourage you to apply.

Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

We look forward to hearing from you!