Residential Deputy Manager | Residential Care Home | Maidstone, Kent

Residential Deputy Manager | Residential & Dementia Care Home | Maidstone, Kent

Location: Maidstone, Kent
Salary: £42,000 per annum
Contracted Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday–Friday, fully supernumerary)
On-Call: Alternate weekends

This role does not offer sponsorship.

Overview

Compass Associates are proud to be working in partnership with a well-established regional care provider to recruit a Residential Deputy Manager for a residential and dementia care home in Maidstone.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Deputy Manager or ambitious Senior to step into a fully supernumerary leadership role, working closely with the Home Manager to drive improvements across quality, compliance, and overall service delivery.

The home is currently in a period of transition, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in environments where they can add structure, embed best practice, and positively influence team culture.

Role Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager in the day-to-day operational leadership of the service
• Lead on CQC compliance, audits, and governance processes
• Oversee and improve care planning, risk assessments, and documentation standards
• Drive quality improvements across care delivery and resident experience
• Supervise, mentor, and develop the staff team to ensure high performance
• Support with rota management, staffing, and performance management
• Act as Deputy in the absence of the Home Manager, including on-call duties
• Play a key role in preparing the service for future CQC inspections

The Opportunity

• Fully supernumerary position – strong focus on leadership rather than shifts
• Structured Monday–Friday working pattern, offering excellent work-life balance
• Opportunity to join a service where you can genuinely make an impact
• Ideal for candidates who enjoy turnaround, stabilisation, or service improvement environments
• Clear progression pathway to Registered Home Manager level
• Backed by a growing, established provider with a presence across the South East

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Deputy Manager, Team Leader, or Senior within elderly care
• Strong understanding of CQC regulations, audits, and compliance
• Experience within residential and/or dementia care settings
• Confident in leading teams, managing performance, and driving change
• Organised, resilient, and passionate about delivering high-quality care

Benefits

• Competitive Salary of £42,000 per annum
• Company pension scheme
• Annual leave
• On-site parking
• Supportive management structure
• Long-term stability within an established service

Interview Process

The recruitment process will consist of one face-to-face interview with the Home Manager and senior leadership.

Summary

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced residential care professional to step into a Deputy Manager role within a stable and supportive care home. The role offers hands-on responsibility, close working with an experienced Home Manager, and the chance to make a genuine impact on the day-to-day running of the service.

Recommendations

Compass Associates Ltd are acting as a recruitment consultancy for this permanent vacancy. We offer a £200 John Lewis voucher for each successful recommendation.

Contact Details

If you are an experienced carer or nurse looking to take the next step into a rewarding training role where you can help others grow and succeed, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact: Joshua Drewry – 02392 313043
Email: [email protected]