Deputy Home Manager

Apply
Senior Appointments & Management
Posted on: Just now
Sunderland, County Durham, United Kingdom
Permanent
£34000 - £36000 Per Year
Job reference:
34210
Apply
We are looking to recruit a Deputy Home Manager, on behalf of a Good / Outstanding rated Care Home in Sunderland.
Supportive leadership opportunity | Meaningful impact in residential care | Strong development pathway | Values-led working culture

If you’re an experienced leader in adult social care looking for a role where you can shape standards, mentor teams, and ensure residents receive truly person-led support, this Deputy Care Home Manager position offers the chance to step into a role with real influence. You’ll help steer a warm, resident-focused service while supporting colleagues to deliver consistently high-quality care.

You’ll have the autonomy to lead day-to-day care delivery, support staff development, and uphold safe, effective practice. You’ll join a culture that values curiosity, compassion, and practical problem-solving, with genuine opportunities to grow your career in a respected, supportive setting. 
This is a full time role, working 40 hours per week.

Package & Benefits
• Salary £18.50-£19.50 per hour – circa £34,000 - £36,000
• Enhanced DBS provided
• Free uniform and meals on shift.
• Company pension scheme and 28 days’ annual leave inclusive of bank holidays.
• Group life assurance cover.
• Access to financial wellbeing support and flexible pay tools.
• Award-winning learning, development, and qualification pathways.
• Online GP access for you and dependants under 16.
• Employee assistance programme with 24/7 confidential support.
• Colleague discounts and recognition schemes including long-service awards.



About the Company
You’ll be joining a well-established care provider recognised for delivering kind, person-centred residential and dementia care. The organisation is committed to inclusivity, colleague development, and creating an environment where teams feel supported, valued, and encouraged to progress.


Key Responsibilities
• Lead and oversee day-to-day care delivery, ensuring residents receive safe, person-led support.
• Supervise, mentor, and coach colleagues to maintain high standards across the service.
• Support with care planning, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance.
• Act as a key decision-maker in the absence of the Home Manager.


About You
• Experienced in care home leadership, ideally at Deputy or Manager level.
• Strong knowledge of national care standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Skilled in person-led care planning within a residential or dementia care setting.


If this Deputy Care Home Manager role feels like the right next step, please contact Gemma at Leaders in Care for more information / for a confidential discussion.

LICGG

 
Apply today