Deputy Manager

Contract:

Full Time

Lead with Heart, Grow with Purpose - Be the Deputy Manager at Highwood Care HomeAt Highwood Care Home, we believe leadership isn't about titles, it's about action, compassion, and the positive impact you make every day. Tucked away in the historic port town of Bideford, Highwood is a brand-new, purpose-built luxury care home, offering high-quality Residential, Dementia, Nursing and Respite care for up to 67 residents. With elegant interiors, beautiful surroundings, and thoughtfully designed spaces, we've created more than a care home we've built a community where residents feel safe, connected, and truly at home.

What we offer:

• Up to £55,000 per annum (Depending on experience).
• £3,500 welcome bonus (T&Cs apply).
• Paid breaks and paid NMC revalidation.
• Pension scheme, paid DBS, and uniform.
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on full-time).
• Free onsite parking.

Rated 10 out of 10 on carehome, we're proud to be one of the most highly rated services in the UK. We've achieved this not just through our facilities, but through our people a close-knit team with no agency use, excellent retention, and a shared sense of purpose.

We're now looking for a Clinical Deputy Manager to help us lead this extraordinary home. Working alongside our Home Manager an experienced and inspiring leader who's been commissioning homes since 2020 you'll be a key part of a team that thrives on coaching, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

What you'll be doing:As Deputy Manager, your role will be as varied as it is rewarding. You'll be the steady hand on the clinical side, ensuring every resident receives tailored, person-centred care of the highest quality. You'll mentor and support our team of nurses and carers, helping them grow in confidence and skill, while fostering a warm and positive culture built on trust and shared goals.

You'll spend time getting to know our residents not just their care needs, but their stories, preferences, and aspirations. You'll be a reassuring presence for families, a collaborative partner to the Home Manager, and a calm, capable leader whenever you're called upon to step in.

Every day will bring new opportunities to make a difference, solve challenges, and celebrate small wins that matter deeply.

Why Highwood:Highwood is not just a beautiful home, it's a place where people grow. Since opening, we've built a strong, values-led culture where people are supported, recognised, and encouraged to develop. Our manager is a hands-on leader who believes in nurturing talent from within, and two of our team members are currently finalists in national care awards.

We're proud of our carehome score of 10/10, and even prouder of the fact we've achieved it without relying on agency staff. Staff stay with us because they're part of something meaningful, a home where excellent care isn't the goal, it's the standard.

And as part of the Care Concern Group, a leading family-owned care provider, you'll also benefit from a strong support network, further development opportunities, and the reassurance of working with a company that truly invests in its people.

What You'll Bring:

• Registered Nurse (RGN or RMN) with current NMC registration
• Strong clinical knowledge and experience in elderly care
• Leadership skills with a passion for coaching others
• A calm, proactive approach and a commitment to excellence
• Warmth, empathy, and a natural ability to connect

About us:Highwood care home is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned provider with over 100 care homes across the UK. We're expanding rapidly and are committed to delivering high-quality care and support to our residents. If you're ready to take on a rewarding role in a growing and supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you.We believe in delivering care to the highest standard, and our five core values guide everything we do:Trust Respect Passion Kindness InclusivityThese values define who we are and underpin everything we do, from the smallest interaction to the most complex care. If you live by these principles, this is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference.

Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership journey and help shape something truly special?

Apply now to join Highwood Care Home and be part of a home that leads with kindness, quality, and heart.