Deputy Manager - Residential Services
Ashford, Devon, South West, England
£40000 per annum
Expiry date:11 Nov 2025
Start date:13 Aug 2025
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Deputy Manager – Residential Services
£40,000 per annum – Ashford – Full Time, 40 hours per week
We are seeking an experienced Deputy Manager to join a highly regarded residential care service in the Ashford area. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a senior leadership role within a home known for its fantastic local reputation and commitment to delivering outstanding care.
About the Role
The service accommodates between 40 and 50 residents and provides high-quality, person-centred care in a safe and welcoming environment. As Deputy Manager, you will support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance with CQC standards and promoting the highest levels of resident satisfaction. You will be a hands-on leader, guiding the staff team, maintaining strong relationships with residents and their families, and helping the service continue to thrive.
Key Responsibilities
Health Recruit Network are a trusted supplier of NHS and Private healthcare services. We supply work to Registered General Nurses (RGN), Mental Health Nurses (RMN), Learning Disabilities Nurse (RNLD) and Healthcare Assistants (HCA). We are one of the fastest growing recruitment agencies in the UK and supply Nationwide. Health Recruit Network are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
£40,000 per annum – Ashford – Full Time, 40 hours per week
We are seeking an experienced Deputy Manager to join a highly regarded residential care service in the Ashford area. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a senior leadership role within a home known for its fantastic local reputation and commitment to delivering outstanding care.
About the Role
The service accommodates between 40 and 50 residents and provides high-quality, person-centred care in a safe and welcoming environment. As Deputy Manager, you will support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance with CQC standards and promoting the highest levels of resident satisfaction. You will be a hands-on leader, guiding the staff team, maintaining strong relationships with residents and their families, and helping the service continue to thrive.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Registered Manager in overseeing daily operations.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the care team to deliver exceptional standards.
- Assist with care planning, reviews, and assessments.
- Ensure regulatory compliance with CQC standards and internal policies.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with residents, families, and external partners.
- Step into the Registered Manager role during periods of absence.
- Proven experience in a senior care role within residential services.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Good understanding of CQC regulations and quality standards.
- NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (minimum), Level 5 desirable.
- Passionate about delivering exceptional, person-centred care.
- Competitive salary of £40,000 per annum.
- Full-time role – 40 hours per week.
- Opportunity to work in a home with an excellent reputation in the local community.
- Supportive working environment with ongoing training and development opportunities.
Health Recruit Network are a trusted supplier of NHS and Private healthcare services. We supply work to Registered General Nurses (RGN), Mental Health Nurses (RMN), Learning Disabilities Nurse (RNLD) and Healthcare Assistants (HCA). We are one of the fastest growing recruitment agencies in the UK and supply Nationwide. Health Recruit Network are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
