Deputy Care Home Manager

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Are you passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care and supporting older people to live with dignity, choice and independence? We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Deputy Care Home Manager to join our team.

Working closely with the Care Home Manager, you will provide day-to-day operational leadership, support and supervise staff, contribute to workforce planning and quality improvement, and help ensure residents receive safe, compassionate and effective care. You will deputise for the Care Home Manager in their absence and play a key role in maintaining high standards of care and regulatory compliance.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced social care professional who enjoys leading teams, supporting staff development and making a real difference to the lives of residents and their families.

Applications are welcome from candidates who have achieved or are working towards SVQ Level 4 or above in Health and Social Care.

NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute. We employ over 10,700 people, making us one of the biggest employers in the area. As an organisation, we make a very significant contribution to the local economy. Our staff are also important members of our communities.

Our greatest asset is our workforce, and the way we go about our work comes from the values and behaviours we demonstrate on a daily basis. As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through .