deputy manager

Deputy Manager – Saint Cecilia’s Care Home, Scarborough
Full-time | 40 hours per week

£14.21 per hour (equivalent to £ 29,556.80 based on 40hrs a week)

Are you a compassionate leader with a strong understanding of dementia care? Do you thrive in a team-focused environment and want to make a real difference in the lives of others? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

Saint Cecilia’s Care Home is a specialist dementia care home in Scarborough, known for its warm, person-centered approach and active and involved resident life. We’re looking for a Deputy Manager to support our Registered Manager in leading a dedicated team and ensuring the highest standards of care.

What our residents are looking for:

“Someone that cares and understands.”
“A person that is happy, bouncy and smiley, we love smiley faces!”
“Not shy, not around us lot!”
“We want someone who we can have fun with as well as all the boring stuff.”

What our team are looking for:

“Someone who understands the challenges we face and supports us productively.”
“A team player we can go to when we need support.”

What our management team are looking for:

• Strong knowledge of dementia care and behaviours that challenge

• Familiarity with CQC standards, safeguarding, and health & safety regulations

• Ability to lead shifts, mentor staff, and maintain high standards of care

• Emotionally strong, trustworthy, and committed

• Able to respond to changing needs, emergencies, and team dynamics

• Flexible, adaptable, and confident in decision-making

Key Responsibilities:

• Support and deputise for the Registered Manager

• Lead by example across both office-based and floor-based duties

• Oversee rotas, staff supervision, and care planning

• Promote a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for residents and staff

Qualifications & Experience:

• Supervisory or management qualification (or working towards)

• Experience in dementia care and team leadership

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Medication management

• Care Planning

• Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Level 4 or 5 desirable, or willing to work towards).

If you’re ready to bring energy, empathy, and leadership to a home that values its people, apply today and become part of something truly special.

Essential Requirements:

• Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Level 4 or 5 desirable, or willing to work towards).

• Leadership experience in a care home or dementia care setting.

• A good understanding of CQC requirements and care planning.

• Medication management experience.

Deadline for applications:  Thursday 30th October 5pm

Shortlisting: Friday 31st October

Interviews: Thursday 6th November