Deputy Manager | Residential Care Home | Leeds

Deputy Manager | Residential & Dementia Care Home | Garforth, Leeds

Location: Garforth, Leeds, West Yorkshire

Salary: £32,000 per annum

Contract: Full-time, Permanent | Monday–Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm | On-Call Responsibilities

This role does not offer sponsorship.

Remit

Compass Associates are delighted to be working in partnership with a well-established elderly care provider in the recruitment of a Deputy Manager for a residential and dementia care home in Garforth, Leeds.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Care Team Leader or Deputy Manager looking to join a supportive organisation that is committed to delivering outstanding person-centred care.

Working closely alongside the Registered Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operational management of the home, ensuring residents receive exceptional care while maintaining high standards of compliance, quality and staff performance. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll lead by example, support and develop the care team, and help drive a positive culture throughout the service.

The Candidate

The successful candidate will have previous leadership experience within an elderly residential care home and possess a genuine passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

You will be confident supporting the daily operation of the home, leading care teams, overseeing care planning and medication management, ensuring compliance with CQC standards and working collaboratively with residents, relatives and external healthcare professionals.

This opportunity would suit an experienced Deputy Manager or an ambitious Senior Care Team Leader looking to take the next step into management

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Requirements – Essential

• Previous experience working within an elderly residential care home in a senior leadership position
• Minimum of two years' experience within residential care
• At least one year's leadership experience
• NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or working towards)
• Good understanding of CQC regulations, safeguarding and current health and social care legislation
• Experience with care planning, medication management and risk assessments
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
• Ability to participate in an on-call rota

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day management of the home
• Deputise for the Registered Manager during periods of absence
• Lead and motivate the care team to deliver exceptional person-centred care
• Ensure compliance with CQC regulations, company policies and best practice
• Oversee care plans, medication management, audits and risk assessments
• Support recruitment, inductions, supervisions, appraisals and staff development
• Build positive relationships with residents, relatives and external professionals
• Assist with occupancy enquiries and admissions where required
• Support rota planning and staffing arrangements to maintain safe staffing levels
• Participate in the management on-call rota, responding to operational issues and emergencies when required

Benefits

• Salary of £32,000 per annum
• Monday to Friday working pattern (8:00am – 4:00pm)
• On-call allowance and additional responsibilities
• Company pension
• Annual leave entitlement
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Genuine opportunities for career progression
• Supportive and collaborative management team

Interview Process

The recruitment process will consist of a face-to-face interview with the Registered Manager and senior leadership team.

Summary

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced residential care professional to join a stable and supportive elderly care provider in a Deputy Manager capacity. You'll work closely with an experienced Registered Manager, helping to lead the team, maintain excellent standards of care and compliance, and make a genuine difference to the lives of residents every day.

Recommendations

Compass Associates Ltd are acting as a recruitment consultancy for this permanent vacancy. We offer £500 in vouchers for each successful recommendation.

Contact Details

If you are an experienced Senior Care Team Leader or Deputy Manager looking to progress your career within elderly residential care, we'd love to hear from you.

Contact: Joshua Drewry
Direct Dial: 02392 313043
Email: [email protected]