Permanent – Full Time – 39 hours per week For this role, we are currently considering candidates who live within approximately 15 miles of the Care Home . This ensures commutes are manageable and support your wellbeing and work-life balance. We are looking for an experienced, compassionate and motivated Deputy Home Manager to join our team at MHA. This is a senior leadership role, supporting the Home Manager in the effective day-to-day running of the home and ensuring high standards of care, safety and compliance.
As Deputy Home Manager, you will lead and support care and ancillary teams, help drive continuous improvement and take full responsibility for the home in the absence of the Home Manager. You will work closely with residents, families, colleagues and external professionals to ensure person-centred care that reflects MHA’s values and promotes quality of life.
Support the Home Manager in all aspects of the home’s management, governance and compliance with statutory and organisational requirements. Take full charge of the home in the absence of the Home Manager, providing strong and visible leadership. Lead, manage and supervise care and ancillary staff, including inductions, supervisions, appraisals and performance management. Work “on the floor” alongside colleagues to provide guidance, leadership and support, ensuring high standards of care are maintained. Support care planning, reviews and quality assurance processes, particularly for residents living with dementia or complex needs. Support safe and effective medicines management in line with policy and legislation. Contribute to recruitment, training and development of staff, supporting continuous improvement and team development. We are looking for someone who is confident, organised and passionate about delivering high-quality care for older people.
A Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (or equivalent), or willingness to work towards this. Experience working in a care-related setting, with previous supervisory or management experience. Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, support and develop teams. Good knowledge of care standards, safeguarding, health & safety and quality assurance. Confidence in managing staff performance, attendance and development.
You will be joining an organisation with strong values, a supportive culture and a clear commitment to helping people live later life well. At MHA, leadership roles are about more than compliance – they are about creating warm, caring communities where residents and colleagues feel respected and supported.
In addition to a competitive salary, you will enjoy:
~~30 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro-rota for part time).~ A strong pension scheme and life assurance~ Free DBS checks and uniforms~ Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support and access to our hardship fund~ Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family-friendly policies~ Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and the Vivup app~ A full induction, ongoing training, recognised qualifications and clear career progression~ Long service awards to celebrate your contribution
Reuben Manor care home in Stockton On Tees
The team environment is friendly and inclusive, helping new colleagues feel supported and part of the community from the start.
Colleagues play a key role in promoting dignity, independence and wellbeing, creating a calm and respectful atmosphere for residents. The home reflects MHA’s charitable ethos, encouraging collaboration, empathy and opportunities for personal and professional growth….