At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and develop a busy home care branch, ensuring quality and person-centred care.
- Company: Respected care provider with a strong local team culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days holiday, Blue Light Card, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Exciting career progression opportunities in a growing branch.
- Why this job: Shape the future of care in your community with full autonomy and support.
- Qualifications: Management experience in domiciliary care and Level 5 in Leadership for Health & Social Care.
The predicted salary is between 42000 - 42000 £ per year.
Are you an experienced deputy care manager ready to build something great? Would you thrive supporting and leading a well-established branch with full autonomy, supported by a senior leadership team and peer network? Looking for a permanent, stable role where you can shape the future of care in your community? Then this could be for you...
We're looking for a passionate and people-focused Deputy Care Manager to lead and grow a busy branch in Lewisham. You'll be at the heart of delivering outstanding home care and building a strong local reputation, creating a branch culture that prioritises quality, person-centred care, and operational excellence.
What's in it for you?
- Up to £33,000 basic salary
- Permanent leadership role with full autonomy
- Support and shape a branch from day one
- Ongoing support from a senior leadership team
- Career progression into senior roles as the branch grows
- 25 days' holiday (rising to 27 with service)
- Blue Light Card, Employee Assistance Programme, and employee recognition rewards
- Industry-leading in-house training
About the Branch:
- Growing branch in Wandsworth
- Supporting adults of all ages to live independently at home
- Backed by a nationally respected care provider
- Fully regulated by the Care Quality Commission
- Local team culture focused on person-centred care, quality, and operational excellence
- Supported by an experienced senior leadership team
About the Role:
- Lead the ongoing development of the Wandsworth branch
- Support the registered manager and assume the registered manager duties when they are away
- Recruit, develop, and manage a team of care professionals
- Build strong relationships with customers, families, and local stakeholders
- Drive growth in care hours and establish a strong local reputation
- Take full responsibility for commercial performance, quality, and operational excellence
Requirements:
- Experience in a management role within the domiciliary care sector
- Strong knowledge of CQC requirements
- Level 5 in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or working towards)
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
- Proactive mindset and passion for person-centred care
- Confident leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop others
If you're ready to launch and lead this new branch with autonomy, support, and meaningful progression, I'd love to hear from you. Apply now or send your CV referencing the job title and location.
Deputy Care Manager in Wandsworth employer: Premier Healthcare
Join a dedicated team in Harrow, where your role as a Registered Care Manager will be truly valued and supported. With a competitive salary, extensive benefits including 35 days of holiday, and opportunities for professional growth through management programmes, you will thrive in a nurturing environment that prioritises the well-being of both staff and service users. Experience the satisfaction of leading a home that consistently delivers outstanding care while enjoying the perks of a strong community ethos and long-term stability.
