Deputy Nurse Manager

We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Deputy Home Manager (Nurse Qualified) to join a luxury care home in Bedford – a place where exceptional care meets five-star comfort. You’ll be part of a talented team that’s dedicated to creating a warm, supportive and inspiring environment for residents who deserve the very best. Working closely with the Home Manager and Quality Assurance team, you’ll help to ensure that every aspect of care delivery is safe, effective and person-centred.  

You will be working within a Home which continuously strives for excellence, and has been rated as ‘Good’ and ‘Outstanding’ with the CQC.

This is a full time, supernumerary role as Deputy Nurse Manager, working Monday to Friday, circa 9am-5pm with flexibility required. The salary is £62,000, and we are looking for an experienced Nursing Home Deputy, who has managed larger services (50 beds+).

What You’ll Do
Lead, support and inspire the care and nursing team, upholding the home’s high standards and values.
Oversee clinical practice, carrying out audits, observations and implementing action plans to continually improve standards.
Support with resident assessments, care planning, and communication with commissioners and other stakeholders.
Take an active role in staff development through mentoring, feedback and delivering training sessions.
Participate in on-call duties and contribute to the smooth, safe and compassionate running of the home.
Investigate and respond to concerns or complaints, ensuring that every outcome leads to learning and better care.
Oversee the safe management of medicines, infection control, tissue viability, and safeguarding procedures.

What We’re Looking For
A Registered Nurse (NMC Pin essential) with strong post-registration experience.
Proven leadership or management background within a medium to large nursing home setting – as Deputy or Nursing Home Manager.
Excellent communication skills and the confidence to lead, guide and motivate others.
A hands-on, compassionate leader who is organised, committed and driven by quality care.

What you will be offered;
Competitive salary of £62,000 and benefits package
Quality bonus linked to CQC outcomes
Fully supernumerary, Monday to Friday hours.
Workplace pension scheme
Ongoing training and career development opportunities
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Access to staff discounts via our dedicated benefits app
Free on-site parking
Wellbeing and employee assistance programmes
For further details on working as Deputy Nurse Home Manager in Bedford, please Apply, or contact Gemma at Leaders in Care.

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