Deputy Manager RGN Summary: Deputy Home Manager (RN) Clinical Leadership St Giles View £25.32 per hour (£47,399 per annum) 36 hours per week Alternate weekends off Extensive CPD programme Free meal on shift Paid breaks Not for Profit care provider Deputy Home Manager We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Deputy Manager to support our new purpose-built care home in Winchester. This is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN), with experience of working in a care home at a senior level. What will I be doing? Reporting to the Home Manager, supporting them in carrying out the full duties of the post. The key focus of the role will require you to: Work as a Deputy Manager or Supporting Manager in a Brendoncare service for specific periods of time according to the needs of the home; • Provide relief in the absence of the manager in a Home, carrying out the full duties of the post; • Carry out specific projects within a service, or more generally for the organisation, as specified by the Chief Operating Officer/Head of Care Services. • Work closely with the Care & Nursing Team, relatives and other agencies to ensure person-centred care plans are in place that put the individual at the centre of all interactions, ensuring dignity and respect are maintained at all times. • Carry out duties in accordance with NMC guidelines, leading the Care & Nursing Team on shift and providing clinical leadership, practice development, feedback and reflection to Registered Nurses and Care Assistants as well as new and developing members of staff. What do I need to have to apply? • Post qualification experience as an RGN/RMN and currently registered with NMC; • Previous managerial experience of leading a care team in the care of older people, or related social care setting; • Have evidence of continuing professional development; • Have a working knowledge of the regulatory framework relating to Care Homes; • Possess good communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written; • Demonstrate the ability to lead, support and motivate a dedicated care team; • The ability to take responsibility for the safeguarding of older people; • Commitment to the ongoing training and development of your team. • You must be able to travel between Care Homes • Awareness of best dementia care practice is highly desirable for this role. If this sounds like the next step for you, we look forward to hearing from you. Benefits: 6.6 weeks’ annual leave increasing to 7 weeks with five years service. In addition we provide training and continuing personal development, a free uniform, free DBS Check, paid breaks, free staff meals when on duty, free on-site parking whilst in the care homes, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, a Refer a Resident Bonus Scheme, and enrolment on to our pension scheme. What is Brendoncare St Giles View like? Brendoncare St Giles View is a modern development in our home city of Winchester, which provides 60 purpose built en-suite residential, nursing and dementia bedrooms. Leisure facilities include a café/restaurant, hair and beauty salon and community spaces. This home has landscaped gardens and enjoys stunning views of the South Downs. Who are Brendoncare? Brendoncare is a charity which provides a range of connected services for people in later life including care homes, extra care housing, community support services and clubs across the South of England. We are people-driven, focusing on empowerment, inclusivity and understanding. We aim to ensure that whoever comes into the Brendoncare environment - whether as a member, resident, volunteer or colleague – they are able to live their life to the fullest potential. Our values reflect who we are – together we are kind, empowering, dedicated and forward thinking. We need people who really want to make a difference to the lives of people in later life to join us. In return, we will support you to grow and flourish as you are welcomed to the Brendoncare team.