Clinical Deputy Manager

Cleveland House is seeking an experienced Clinical Deputy Home Manager to join our dedicated team. Located in Banks, Southport, West Lancashire, Cleveland House provides residential support for up to 32 adults with Acquired Brain Injury (ABI), Progressive Neurological Conditions (PNC), and associated complex physical health needs. Our service offers a safe, supportive, and homely environment where residents can maximise their independence and quality of life. Our multidisciplinary team is committed to delivering outstanding person-centred care.

We support individuals with:

• Epilepsy
• Communication difficulties
• Dysphagia (swallowing difficulties)
• Tracheostomy and long-term ventilation needs
• Complex physical disabilities

As Clinical Deputy Home Manager, you will work alongside the Home Manager to provide strong clinical and operational leadership across the service. You will play a key role in ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, and high-quality care whilst maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the Home Manager to ensure the service operates effectively and consistently meets CQC regulatory standards.
• Providing leadership, guidance, and support to nursing and care teams to deliver exceptional person-centred care.
• Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including Nurses, Care colleagues, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, and Psychologists.
• Building positive relationships with residents, families, colleagues, commissioners, and external professionals.
• Leading regular team meetings and promoting open, transparent communication.
• Supporting the recruitment, induction, development, and retention of staff.
• Overseeing risk assessments, care planning, and clinical governance processes.
• Conducting audits and quality assurance activities, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Supporting service development initiatives and implementing best practice.
• Creating a positive working environment where staff feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.

This is a rewarding but demanding role where resilience, leadership, and compassion are essential. To be successful, you will have:

• Registered Nurse qualification with an active NMC registration.
• Strong clinical knowledge and decision‑making skills.
• Previous experience in a senior nursing leadership role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience of clinical governance, audits, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• A passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

• Experience supporting individuals with Acquired Brain Injury (ABI).
• Experience in tracheostomy management.
• Experience supporting people who require long‑term ventilation.
• Experience working within neurological rehabilitation or complex care settings.

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

Benefits include:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses
• Relocation support (including payment for accommodation or moving costs) up to £3000 (Terms apply)

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.