Deputy Home Manager – Nursing
Elderly Nursing Home | Bicester, Oxfordshire (OX26)
Salary: £46,000 per annum
Contract: Full-time | 37.5 hours per week
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday | 08:30 – 17:00
Qualification Required: Active NMC PIN
About the Role
We’re seeking an experienced and driven Deputy Home Manager (Nursing) to join the leadership team at a purpose-built elderly nursing home in Bicester. This is an excellent opportunity for a clinically strong nurse with leadership experience to step into a role where you can shape the standard of care, support your team, and contribute to the continued success of the home.
As Deputy, you’ll support the Home Manager in overseeing the day-to-day running of the home. You will lead on rota planning, recruitment, induction, training, and performance management while ensuring residents' clinical needs are continually assessed and met to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities
Support with the operational and clinical management of the home
Oversee staff rotas, recruitment, and training
Lead and mentor the nursing and care team, ensuring compliance with best practices
Ensure care plans are person-centred and regularly reviewed
Promote and maintain occupancy levels through strong relationships and reputation
Uphold high standards across regulatory, safety, and quality areas
Contribute to financial and marketing initiatives
About You
Active NMC PIN (RGN/RMN)
Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) – willing to work towards Level 4/5
Experience in a senior or team leader nursing role within elderly care
Previous experience in staff management and leading teams in a multi-disciplinary care setting
Financial and commercial awareness with the ability to manage occupancy and budgets
Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
Compassionate and person-centred approach to care
What’s On Offer
30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
Company pension scheme & life assurance
Fully funded renewal of your NMC PIN
Payment of Tier 2 visa application fee (for eligible nurses)
Free uniform & DBS check
Employee Assistance Programme
Blue Light Card & “My Rewards” discount platform
Ongoing training, development & career progression opportunities
The Home
This welcoming and well-respected nursing home offers residential, nursing, early-stage dementia, and respite care for up to 60 residents. Set in a calm and friendly environment, the home prides itself on providing exceptional, person-centred care in comfortable surroundings.
Recommendations:
Compass Associates Ltd is acting as the Recruitment Consultant for this permanent position. We offer an exciting incentive for recommendations – you can earn £200 in John Lewis Vouchers for each successful candidate you refer.
Contact
If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please contact Toyin Afuye on 02392 316036, or alternatively, email your CV to [email protected].
