Deputy Manager

Overview

Are you a driven and dynamic Registered Nurse? Are you looking for a new career in management?

The Home Weavers House is a modern, purpose built care home situated in Cookstown, overlooking the Sperrin Mountains. This light and spacious setting provides professional, person-centred care for older people, including those living with dementia. Our accommodation offers a safe and homely environment, where up to 65 residents each receive kind and compassionate attention around the clock. The professional team at Weavers House are highly-trained to respectfully and effectively meet the needs and wishes of every individual residing with us.

Our whole team approach to wellbeing means that everybody feels part of our lovely, welcoming community. All our private bedrooms are fully furnished, with en-suite facilities. Residents are welcome to bring their own home accessories and furniture to personalise their space and make it their home. Our homes are designed to enable residents to be as independent as possible, with the assistance of 24 hour care on hand.

We truly listen to our residents’ individual needs and wishes and follow their bespoke care plans, providing care with the utmost dignity and respect, for a happy and fulfilled later life.

The Deputy Manager is part of the Home Management Team, the heart and soul of our Homes, embodying leadership, compassion and dedication to the wellbeing of residents and team members alike. The Deputy Manager plays a key support role in creating a nurturing and supportive environment where residents feel safe, valued and respected, and where staff are empowered to deliver high-quality care with professionalism and clinical excellence.

The Deputy Manager works closely with the Home Manager to oversee every aspect of the Home’s operation, from ensuring regulatory compliance and financial sustainability to fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The Deputy Manager leads by example, inspiring their team to uphold the highest standards of care while also providing support and guidance. The Deputy Manager supports the team in building meaningful connections with residents based on trust, rapport and a sense of community and belonging within the Home.

• Assist the Home Manager in the overall management and administration of the Home, including staffing, budgeting and regulatory compliance, in addition to ensuring the highest level of clinical care.
• Provide leadership and supervision to the team, including recruitment, training, performance management and team development.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of care delivery and processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes as needed in collaboration with the Home Manager and care teams.
• Maintain positive contact with commissioners and referrers to develop confidence in service provision.
• Carries out or ensures that all risk assessments are carried out in a rigorous and timely manner.
• Proactively participate in the company quality and compliance policy and procedures.

• Paid annual leave
• The chance to be part of a growing healthcare company
• Continuous professional development and training
• Values-led culture
• Enhanced overtime rate
• Opportunities for progression
• Pension plan (if applicable)
• Attractive hourly rate
• Access NI
• NMC reimbursed after qualifying period
• Uniforms & PPE supplied
• Monthly incentives and recognition awards
• Free parking

Kathryn Homes has been recently acquired by Healthcare Ireland Group. At Kathryn Homes, we are passionate about providing professional, person-centred, residential and nursing care to older people in Northern Ireland, including those living with dementia. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents.

At Kathryn Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents. We are…