Deputy Manager in Exmouth

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

We believe care is more than a job – it’s a calling, and we’d love you to be part of it. We’re excited to welcome a Deputy Manager to our friendly team at Fernihurst Nursing Home in Exmouth, Devon. And with sector leading results showing our colleagues highly recommend Sanctuary Care as a great place to work, you’ll be joining a culture that supports you to thrive, grow, and be recognised for the difference you make. We're proudly Investors in People Gold accredited and not-for-profit, which means every penny we make goes straight back into our people and our homes.

Your role:

• Support the Home Manager with the day-to-day running of the home
• Lead and guide colleagues to deliver personalised, high-quality care
• Build trusted relationships with residents, families and colleagues
• Take an active role in social and leisure activities that enrich daily life
• Help shape a kind, positive and supportive culture across the home

Your Skills:

• Clinical experience in a nursing setting
• Valid NMC PIN
• Supportive leadership style that brings out the best in others
• Warm, approachable and able to build strong relationships
• Confidence working as part of a team in a busy care environment
• Full driving licence, with access to a vehicle desirable

Your rewards:

• 33 Days’ Annual Leave Pro Rata (rising To 38, Including Bank Holidays)
• Occupational Sick Pay Linked To Length Of Service
• Pension Matched Up To 7%
• Health and wellbeing support – including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial, and legal advice, as well as short-term counselling
• Company-paid life insurance
• Enhanced parental leave arrangements and annual leave purchase scheme
• Company-funded training and ongoing career development opportunities
• Flexible working options and an inclusive culture where everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks
• Free meals dependant on shift duration
• Exclusive retail discounts, Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice arrangements

Some rewards are subject to a qualifying period or other criteria – visit our website for more information.

Before you apply:

We can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK. All roles require safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including criminal records and overseas police checks if needed; for more information, please get in touch. Internal candidates should apply via their internal careers account. We may close this advert early, so please apply as soon as possible.