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. We’re dedicated to exceptional care, and we know it starts with an exceptional team.

Deputy Care Home Manager

Downing House is a purpose-built care home in Withington, Manchester that offers exceptional care for up to 25 residents. We pride ourselves on being a trusted residential care home, providing a warm and supportive environment for all.

Downing House, Swinbourne Grove, Withington, Manchester, M20 4PP

37 hours a week.

• 2 shifts per week: 8am-8pm shift and 8am-3pm shift
• 2 supernumerary days per week:
  Both 8am-5pm
• 1 full weekend per month

£35,786.40 per annum

• Monitoring the resident’s nutritional and hydration needs
• Staff training
• Delivering hands‑on care when required
• Create, manage and amend risk assessments, both at a strategic and operational level and to ensure that staff are following procedures
• Communicate on a regular basis with the Manager on events that occurred in their absence and stepping in to cover them where needed
• Ensure that key information is effectively communicated both within the own staff group and the client as required
• Act as a role model for all staff, demonstrating and ensuring professionalism, good manners, and customer service at all times
• Report to management on any items that need repair or maintenance and ensure these are followed up
• Staff supervision and appraisals

• You’ll need a Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent), or a minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role at management or senior level within a registered service.
• Strong working knowledge of the Health and Social Care Act 2009 (regulated activities), CQC Registration Regulations 2009, Care Act 2014/2015.
• Ability to undertake day to day running of the home under the direction of the General Manager.
• Passionate about delivering high quality care for older people.
• Good with information technology; you’ll need to use IT systems, e‑mail and text.
• Strong influencing and professional relationship building skills; ability to facilitate meetings or support groups.
• Strong people leadership and management skills, able to get the best out of teams.
• Experience in managing staffing budgets.

• £35,786.40 per annum, benchmarked annually.
• Up to 31 days paid leave pro rata, including bank/public holidays
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• Comprehensive induction
• Claim back healthcare expenses with Medicash
• Life Assurance
• Pay progression within role based on skills and contribution
• Learning and career development opportunities
• Occupational sick pay
• Company pension
• Discounted gym membership
• An employee assistance programme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Shop and save vouchers
• Opportunity to obtain Blue Light Card discounts

Are you someone who thrives on making a difference? Join us and build a rewarding career where your skills and compassion truly matter.