Clinical Deputy Manager

Job Overview

Position:
Clinical Deputy Manager – Colonia Court Care Home

Location:

Colchester, CO4 3AN

Salary: £41,017 – £53,934 per annum (dependent on experience)

Type:
Permanent – Full time, 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday, occasional night visits or weekend work may be required)

Welcome Bonus: £2,000 (subject to completion of four weeks of service and deductions for tax and NI)

• Oversee and assist all aspects of nursing care and activities within the home
• Create and update individual care plans for residents, maintaining clear, accurate and up-to-date medication records
• Ensure correct staffing levels are maintained through efficient management of rotas
• Provide day‑to‑day support and guidance to the team, promoting residents’ independence, choice and dignity
• Build lasting relationships with residents, families and the care home, fostering a sense of community
• Liaise with local partners to raise the care home’s profile in the area and beyond
• Assist another clinical deputy manager as required

• Registered Nurse with a valid NMC PIN and a genuine commitment to the NMC Codes of Conduct
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of tissue viability, infection control and care planning
• Effective communicator capable of building strong, honest relationships with residents and their families
• Natural leader, able to share clinical experience, lead and mentor a team, delegate effectively and promote excellent customer service
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise workload
• Respectful and compassionate team player who believes in giving a personal best
• Commitment to ongoing professional development

• My Healthcare – free access to 24/7 healthcare support, remote GP appointments, physiotherapy and mental health support; annual allowance around £350 for Bupa health products
• Wagestream – early access to up to 40% of earned wages within minutes
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Additional sick pay scheme beyond statutory provision
• Long‑service rewards – ecards, extra holidays and monetary bonuses at milestones
• Free meal on every shift
• Interest‑free annual travel loan for public transport season tickets
• Access to Bupa pension plans (details on career site)
• Parental leave – schemes for adoption, birth parents and co‑parents (details on career site)
• Menopause Plan – support for women to seek advice and treatment
• Discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK
• Flexible and family‑friendly working arrangements

Bupa is a Level2 Disability Confident Employer. We aim to offer an interview or assessment to every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the role. Reasonable adjustments will be provided as part of our recruitment process for anyone who needs them.

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