As the Deputy Home Manager you have responsibility for assisting in the management of a business and a team. As part of the leadership team you will be responsible for ensuring the whole facility operates effectively and of course ensuring delivery of the very best quality care.
So as a deputy manager what do you need to do to make this happen?
*Ensure the delivery of quality care – continually assessing residents’ needs and wishes and developing the service to enhance their quality of life.
*Assist the home manager – deputise in the overall management of the care home as required.
*Positively influence the reputation of the home – communicating professionally and warmly with visitors including family, friends and other external stakeholders.
*Play an active role in ensuring compliance within the home – managing the implementation of company policies and regulatory requirements; striving to achieve the best possible care rating and other external recognition of quality.
*Maintain clinical excellence – role models high standards of nursing care, ensuring legal, regulatory and best practice guidelines are followed.
*Support the financial effectiveness of the home – ensure the home operates within budget through effective use of resources and identify areas to improve efficiency.
*Take on an active leadership role – you will need to be a visible leader in the home supporting the operation of a twenty four hour business.
*Developing your people – oversee the induction of all new employees and participate in the training development of the team.
*People management – play an active part in the recruitment, assessment and supervision of the team.
*Support the manager in disciplinary proceeding as required.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
A strong passion and commitment to enhance the specialist services
A positive and flexible attitude and wholly adopt a person centred ethos, exhibiting empathy and a desire to make a difference
Be forward thinking and up to date with current practices and have a desire to maintain excellent clinical and industry knowledge
Strong leadership and management qualities are essential and previous experience as a deputy home manager would be desirable
Applicants must hold a current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and have a legal right to work in the UK
Deputy Managers are critical to the continued success of the business, working across all aspects of care; the role gives a great opportunity to take managerial and leadership responsibilities whilst continuing to deliver clinical care.
BENEFITS include a generous holiday allowance, contributory pension scheme, a bespoke development programme and an employee discount scheme. Plus free parking and uniform where applicable.
To apply for this job email your details to hazel@connectcarerecruitment.com
