Commissioning Residential Deputy Home Manager in Buckhurst Hill

We are delighted to be supporting a well-established, high-quality residential care provider in the appointment of an experienced and passionate Commissioning Residential Deputy Home Manager for one of their brand new care homes opening local to Buckhurst Hill. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven individual looking to step into a key leadership role within a supportive, family-oriented environment.

Details
Role: Commissioning Residential Deputy Home Manager (Care Manager)
Location: Buckhurst Hill, Essex

The Company
Our client is a respected, luxury-focused care provider committed to delivering exceptional standards of residential care. Their homes are designed to be nurturing, inclusive environments where residents feel safe, valued and supported to live fulfilling lives. Equally, they are passionate about creating positive, rewarding workplaces where team members are supported, developed and recognised.

Key Responsibilities
The Residential Deputy Home Manager will:

• Act as the person in charge of the home in the absence of the General Manager.
• Support the General Manager in the day-to-day operational running of the home, ensuring alignment with company strategy, vision and values.
• Participate in the on-call rota to provide out-of-hours management support.
• Ensure residents\’ needs are consistently met, liaising with families and external professionals where required.
• Monitor and manage PCS compliance and support high-quality care planning.
• Provide coaching and development to care teams, particularly around care planning and best practice.
• Oversee medication ordering, storage and administration processes.
• Support recruitment activity, including interviews, investigations and disciplinary processes.
• Assist with rota management, staffing levels and skill mix, ensuring Coolcare rotas are maintained.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and legal requirements, including Health & Safety, COSHH, HACCP and Care Standards regulations.

Experience Required

• NVQ Level 5 in Health & Social Care (or currently working towards).
• Experience in a Deputy Manager, Care Manager or similar senior role within a residential care setting.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication skills and a hands-on, proactive approach.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of care.

What\’s on Offer

• Full induction training programme
• Fully funded Enhanced DBS check
• Fully funded Blue Light Card
• Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme

If you are a friendly, hardworking and motivated care professional looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £47,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

• Residential Care Home experience within Deputy/Home Manager capacity?

Work Location: In person