Deputy Care Home Manager

For almost 70 years, Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across England.

Our work is guided by five core values –
Care, Compassion, Community, Integrity and Excellence – and we are proud of the difference our teams make every day in the lives of residents.

Deputy Care Home Manager

Hill House is a Good CQC rated, residential care home, set in the beautiful, picturesque Devon countryside. Boasting 30 rooms, Hill House provides residential and Dementia friendly care to its residents.

Hill House, Dunkeswell Road, Combe Raleigh, Honiton EX14 4UQ

37.5 Hours a week. Monday - Friday .

£34,125 per annum - £36,270 per annum

• Support the Registered Manager in leading and motivating the team to ensure they are aligned with the home’s vision, values and standards of care
• Lead and oversee care delivery, ensuring continuous assessment, care planning, implementation and review of residents’ needs
• Ensure staff follow policies, procedures and professional codes of conduct
• Maintain effective communication with staff, residents, relatives and external professionals
• Promote a flexible, responsive approach to meet the changing needs of residents and the home
• Support staff supervision, appraisals, training and professional development
• Complete audits, monitor quality standards and implement action plans for continuous improvement, maintaining compliance with CQC standards
• Ensure safeguarding, risk assessments and incident management procedures are followed
• Work collaboratively with district nurses, GPs, social workers and safeguarding teams to support residents’ healthcare needs
• Provide management cover in the absence of the Registered Manager

• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
• Willingness to work towards Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification
• Proven experience working with older people in a residential or social care setting
• Previous experience leading or supervising a team (ideally 2 years)
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk management and person-centred care
• Good knowledge of CQC regulations and compliance requirements
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good written, organisational and IT skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with residents, families and professionals
• Flexible and adaptable approach to working within a care home environment

• £34,125 per annum - £36,270 per annum, benchmarked annually.
• Generous paid leave, including bank/public holidays
• Comprehensive induction
• Free onsite parking
• Life Assurance
• Pay progression within role based on skills and contribution
• Learning and career development opportunities
• Occupational sick pay
• Company pension
• Discounted gym membership
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Shop and save vouchers
• Medical cashback scheme allowing costs of medical expenses (dental, opticians and much more) to be claimed back
• Work overtime? With Dayforce Wallet, access your extra pay instantly, with no waiting until payday!
• Opportunity to apply for a 'Blue Light Card' offering you discounts in various shops and restaurants etc.

Are you someone who thrives on making a difference? Join us as a Deputy Home Manager and build a rewarding career at Hill House Care Home where your skills and compassion truly matter.