Clinical Deputy Manager
Are you a Registered Nurse ready to take the next step into leadership? We are looking for a caring, motivated Clinical Deputy Manager to lead clinical care in our 76-bed nursing home. You will work alongside our Registered Manager to make sure every resident receives safe, high-quality, person-centred care, and that our team feels supported, skilled and valued.
About the role
As Clinical Deputy Manager, you will be the clinical lead for the home and will deputise for the Registered Manager in their absence. You will combine hands-on nursing with leadership, mentoring and governance.
Key responsibilities
- Lead, supervise and support nurses, nursing associates and care staff, including supervisions, appraisals and clinical competency checks
- Make sure care plans and risk assessments are person-centred, accurate and regularly reviewed with residents and families
- Oversee safe medicines management, including audits and staff competency
- Monitor clinical risks such as falls, pressure care, nutrition, infection prevention and deterioration, and act on trends
- Carry out pre-admission assessments and support smooth admissions and hospital discharges
- Lead clinical audits, incident investigations and safeguarding referrals, and make sure learning is shared
- Work in partnership with GPs, district nurses, hospices, social workers and other professionals
- Help prepare for and respond to CQC inspections, supporting the home to meet regulatory standards
- Take part in rotas, staffing planning and the on-call rota
- Promote a positive, open culture where residents’ dignity, choice and wellbeing come first
About you
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RGN or RMN) with current, unrestricted NMC registration
- Sound knowledge of CQC standards, safeguarding, the Mental Capacity Act and DoLS
- Confident clinical decision-making and excellent communication skills
- A warm, person-centred approach and a commitment to high standards
Desirable
- A leadership or management qualification, or willingness to work towards one (for example the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care)
What we offer
- Competitive hourly rate of £22.41
- Funded leadership development and support with NMC revalidation
- Workplace pension scheme
- Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
- Recognition schemes and a supportive, friendly team
- Free DBS check and paid induction
Flexible Bank Opportunities Available
In addition to this vacancy, we are also looking for dedicated colleagues to join our Bank team. Bank staff work flexible shifts across our care homes, helping provide high-quality care when extra support is needed. This is ideal for anyone seeking flexible hours and the opportunity to work across different locations.
How to apply
To apply, please send your CV and a short covering letter to the team at info@prestigegroup.uk.com, or apply online at https://prestigecaregroup.com/jobs-in-care/. For an informal conversation about the role, call the team on 01642 056042. You are welcome to visit the home before applying.
Yew Tree Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we care for. The successful candidate will need an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.