Deputy Manager

Are you an experienced senior care professional looking to take the next step in your career? Do you have a passion for delivering outstanding, person-centred care and supporting teams to achieve excellence?

Horton Cross Nursing Home, part of the Sentimental Care Group, is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Deputy Manager to support our Registered Manager in leading our dedicated team.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the day-to-day management of our welcoming nursing home, ensuring our residents receive safe, compassionate and high-quality care that promotes dignity, independence and wellbeing.

About Horton Cross Nursing Home

Horton Cross Nursing Home is a well-established nursing home located in the beautiful Somerset countryside near Ilminster. We provide high-quality nursing, residential and dementia care in a warm, welcoming environment where residents are treated with dignity, compassion and respect.

Our team is committed to delivering exceptional care while creating a positive workplace where staff are valued, supported and encouraged to grow.

Safeguarding

Horton Cross Nursing Home is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk, children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and the right to work in the UK.

About the Role

Working closely with the Registered Manager, you will help oversee the daily operation of the home, providing visible leadership and ensuring compliance with CQC Fundamental Standards and current legislation. You will lead by example, inspire the team and drive continuous improvements in quality and resident outcomes.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Registered Manager and deputising in their absence.
• Leading, supervising and mentoring nursing and care teams.
• Promoting a positive, inclusive and supportive working culture.
• Monitoring the quality of care and ensuring person-centred care plans are implemented effectively.
• Supporting recruitment, induction, training and staff development.
• Ensuring compliance with CQC regulations and best practice.
• Completing audits, risk assessments and quality assurance activities.
• Promoting safeguarding, Duty of Candour and effective governance.
• Building positive relationships with residents, relatives and healthcare professionals.
• Supporting the home during CQC inspections and implementing continuous improvement plans.
• For nurse-qualified candidates, the role also includes providing clinical leadership, supporting complex care, medication management and maintaining high clinical standards.