Deputy Care Manager (NVQ lvl 4 Health & Social Care)
Management - The Porterbrook Care Home
Contract: Full Time Salary: £20.67 Per Hour Shift Type: Dayshift Contracted hours: 40
Situated in a quiet area in the suburb of Crosspool in Sheffield, we provide Residential and Dementia care for 44-residents.
We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Deputy Care Manager to join our well-established residential care home in Crosspool, Sheffield. Our home provides high-quality residential and dementia care for 44 residents across two floors, offering a warm, supportive, and compassionate environment.
Our care home has been rated "Good" by the CQC, reflecting our commitment to excellent care standards. We also hold an impressive 9.7/10 score on carehome.co.uk from 55 reviews. Now, we are seeking a strong leader to work alongside the Home Manager, ensuring continued excellence in care and staff development.
What We Offer
* Salary of £43,000 per annum (£20.67 per hour)
* 40 hours per week, including a mix of supernumerary and care shifts
* Supernumerary shifts: 08:00 AM – 16:00 PM
* Care shifts: 08:00 AM – 08:00 PM
* Weekend working and occasional night shifts may be required
* Paid breaks
* 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)
* Pension scheme
* Paid DBS check
* Onsite parking
* Uniform provided
* Employee wellbeing programme (Health Assured)
* Ongoing training and career development opportunities
Your Role as Deputy Care Manager
As Deputy Care Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the home, working closely with the Home Manager to maintain high standards of care and compliance. You will:
* Lead, mentor, and support the care team, promoting a culture of excellence and teamwork.
* Oversee medication administration and audits, ensuring accuracy and best practices.
* Support the Home Manager in all aspects of daily operations, from compliance to staff development.
* Step up as Acting Home Manager when required, demonstrating strong leadership and decision-making.
What We’re Looking For
* NVQ/SVQ Level 4 in Health & Social Care (or currently working towards it).
* Proven leadership experience in a residential care home setting.
* Strong knowledge of medication administration and auditing.
* A motivational and supportive approach to developing staff.
* Confidence in stepping up as Acting Home Manager when needed.
About Us
We are part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned care provider operating over 110 homes across the UK. We are committed to creating a supportive, fulfilling workplace where staff feel valued and residents receive the highest quality of care.
If you’re looking for a leadership role within a residential care home that offers stability, career progression, and the opportunity to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today by submitting your CV to our Recruitment Team.