Deputy Manager (RGN) | Elderly Care | Lewes
Stephen James Consulting is partnering with a well-established and highly regarded elderly care provider in Lewes, to recruit an experienced Deputy Manager (RGN). This is a fantastic opportunity to join a trusted and “supportive” care provider, who deliver exceptional standards of nursing, residential, and dementia care within a supportive and well-structured environment.
The service benefits from strong leadership, excellent clinical governance frameworks, and a clear commitment to continuous improvement, resident wellbeing, and high-quality, person-centred care. This is an ideal opportunity for a motivated clinical leader looking to step into a visible and influential leadership role within a forward-thinking organisation.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Registered Manager to support the day-to-day running of the service, ensuring consistently high clinical standards, robust compliance, and strong team performance.
Key Responsibilities:
• Support the Registered Manager with the overall leadership and operational management of the service
• Ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and person-centred clinical care
• Provide strong clinical leadership and guidance to nursing and care teams
• Maintain full compliance with CQC regulations, policies, and clinical governance standards
• Monitor care quality, clinical outcomes, and service performance
• Support staff supervision, development, and performance management
• Assist with audits, inspections, and ongoing quality improvement initiatives
• Foster a positive, supportive culture focused on resident wellbeing and excellence in care
• Maintain effective communication with residents, families, healthcare professionals, and external stakeholders
Key Requirements:
• Registered General Nurse (RGN) with a valid and active NMC PIN
• Current nursing experience with a strong clinical background
• Minimum of 1 year’s experience as a Deputy Manager within a nursing care home setting
• Ideally 2+ years of leadership or management experience within elderly care services
• Strong knowledge of CQC regulations and clinical governance requirements
• Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills
• Good IT skills and experience using care management systems
• Passion for delivering outstanding care and leading high-performing teams
This role offers a salary of: £55,000 per annum
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