Deputy Manager Location : Chorley, Lancashire Service : Astley View Care Home Contract Type : Full-time, Permanent Annual Salary : £35,000 – £37,000 per annum dependant on experience (with potential to rise to £42,500 based on occupancy) Hours : Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm, 37.5 hours per week Evermore Care is seeking a dedicated and experienced Deputy Manager to join the team at Astley View, our state-of-the-art care home in Chorley. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support the delivery of exceptional, person-centred care within a thriving and forward-thinking environment. As Deputy Manager, you'll work alongside the Home Manager to uphold the highest standards of care for older adults and individuals living with dementia. This is a key leadership role for someone passionate about operational and clinical excellence. About Evermore Care At Evermore, we do things differently. We put people first—our residents and our staff. We’re guided by three core values: Wellbeing, Community, and Freedom. We believe in creating homes where people can thrive and team members can grow. Key Responsibilities Support the Home Manager in day-to-day operations and service delivery Oversee and maintain high standards of clinical and care quality Lead and support staff teams, including supervision, training, and performance management Ensure compliance with CQC regulations, safeguarding, and health & safety standards. Playing a key role in preparing for our first CQC inspection. Act as a role model and brand ambassador for Evermore Care Engage with the local community and participate in the on-call management rota Contribute to occupancy and referral management, ensuring smooth admissions About You Proven leadership experience within elderly or dementia care Strong understanding of CQC standards, safeguarding, and mental capacity legislation Skilled in team leadership, coaching, and performance management Confident in managing the home in the absence of the Home Manager Salary and Progression Starting salary: £35,000 – £37,000 (based on experience) Once the home reaches full occupancy, the salary will increase in stages, up to a maximum of £42,500 About Astley View Astley View is a modern, 90-bed care home providing exceptional personal, dementia, and respite care across three floors. Features include: Spacious en-suite bedrooms with video calling technology A cinema room, beauty salon, and corner shop A lively and inclusive activity programme Stylish communal areas designed for comfort and connection Employee Benefits In 2025 our sister company, Active Pathways, celebrates its 21st birthday, and all team members will receive an extra day's annual leave to celebrate their birthday Supportive and inclusive company culture Company pension scheme Health Cash Plan with EAP and discounted gym membership Blue Light Card membership Free meals on shift and on-site parking Refer a Friend scheme Free DBS check Career development opportunities If you're looking for a rewarding Deputy Manager role in a high-quality care setting, we’d love to hear from you. Evermore Care Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment practices. While this day may not always fall on your exact birthday due to service needs or non-working days, you can take it anytime within three months of your birthday.