Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. This role is a maternity cover.
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of older people? If so, we would welcome you to join Nicholas James Care Homes, a trusted provider of high-quality residential, nursing, and dementia care. Our homes provide a warm and supportive environment where residents are treated with dignity and where staff feel valued and supported in their roles.
Why Join Nicholas James Care Homes? A Rewarding Career: Working as a Care Assistant offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents while making a real difference in their daily lives. Training and Development: We provide full training, ongoing professional development, and opportunities to progress within the organisation.
As a Deputy Manager, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the well-being of our residents, overseeing the operations of a care home. The ideal candidate must have experience in dementia care, with strong leadership skills to manage and supervise staff effectively. To support the Registered Home Manager in providing leadership and direction to staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. When needed to deputise for the function of Registered Home Manager, supporting the decisions made by management whilst following legislative requirements and regulations. Required to supervise all staff and oversee the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care, including medication administration and adherence to care plans. Possess clinical expertise, with a strong knowledge of clinical nursing practices, care plans, sound knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices. A positive attitude towards training and professional development, committed to attend all statutory and mandatory training required for the role. Must be a reliable and flexible individual with strong work ethics. Providing companionship and emotional support to residents. We are looking for caring and compassionate individuals who are committed to delivering high-quality care. A kind, patient, and respectful approach to supporting older people. A positive and flexible attitude. A genuine interest in working in elderly and dementia care. Experience in a care home or home care setting is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.
Proven experience in Healthcare, Dementia and Adult care. Flexible to work occasional evenings and weekends. Sound knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices.
Good written and spoken English communication skills. Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, nursing, social work, or a related field. NVQ/SVQ Level 5 in leadership and management (or equivalent). Basic IT skills to support electronic care documentation.
In return for your dedication, we offer a competitive pay rate and a range of benefits, including: Comprehensive training and development opportunities Wellbeing and staff support resources Employee of the Month recognition Long Service Awards Opportunities for career progression within the organisation
If you are a compassionate individual who wants to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older people, we would love to hear from you. Join a team that provides the quality of care you would expect for your own loved ones ….