Deputy Manager - Nurse Qualified

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Wallsend
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Nursing
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

NVQ Level 4 Health and Social Care NMC Registration Management Experience Elderly Care Budget Management HR Management Communication Team Leadership

FULL DESCRIPTION

Deputy Manager - Nurse Qualified

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking a dedicated Deputy Manager who is nurse qualified to join their team in Wallsend. The position is temporary with a competitive hourly salary of £25.01. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] focuses on creating a respectful and personalized environment for the elderly, providing them with the care they deserve. The role involves collaborating with the Home Manager and various teams to ensure smooth operations, manage financials, and oversee human resources. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is looking for a leader who is capable of handling challenging situations and guiding the team towards maintaining high standards in care, personal development, and overall service quality.

Main duties of the job

If you are passionate about caring for the elderly and want to build a long-term career in one of our award-winning homes, then look no further than [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Our aim is to create an environment where our residents are valued, respected, and are offered the personalised care they deserve. We now seek a Deputy Manager who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people. Working in collaboration with the Home Manager and wider teams, you will ensure the smooth running of the home. The role involves supporting budgetary controls, being accountable for Human Resources, and guiding colleagues towards personal and professional growth.

About us

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a prominent provider of elderly care services, emphasizing personalized and compassionate care for residents. The organization operates award-winning homes that prioritize the well-being, dignity, and individuality of each resident. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] fosters a community spirit that values inclusivity and respect among residents, staff, and families. By maintaining high standards in care and service, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] aims to positively impact the lives of older individuals. The organization supports the professional development of its staff, offering fully funded training and opportunities for career advancement. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to providing a nurturing environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

Job responsibilities

Package Description: If you are passionate about caring for the elderly and want to build a long-term career in one of our award-winning homes, then look no further than [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Our aim is to create an environment where our residents are valued, respected, and are offered the personalised care they deserve.

We now seek a Deputy Manager who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people.

Working in collaboration and harmony with the Home Manager and the wider multi-disciplined teams you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth, efficient running of the home. This highly diverse role will at times have challenging moments, however the innermost reward you and the team receive from our residents pure gratefulness to us, is what creates the true incentive behind this role.

The duties of our Deputy Managers are vast and varied and include all aspects which touch upon excellent nursing and residential care, open and individualised communication, supporting and maintaining budgetary and financial controls and, being personally accountable for Human Resources. You will always act in the best interests for all involved, promoting engaging and creative marketing initiatives, guiding and coaching colleagues to actively pursue training and development and undertaking the same for your own professional and personal growth journey.

On both a personal basis and through supervision of the teams, you will give your undivided attention and care to all areas of the home from the laundering of residents personal items through to dealing with a highly complex emergency such as a serious accident or break out of an infectious disease. No matter what the situation you will portray the confidence of a flexible leader and impart your knowledge to all other colleagues to ensure they adhere to the same exacting high standards.

By showing us you can match our values with the desire for personalised excellence, community spirit and a kind, caring and compassionate nature, we, in return, can offer you a career developing your knowledge, skills and abilities to support vulnerable adults with the care their individual needs require.

  • Minimum Level 4 NVQ in Health and Social Care
  • Experience of working within health care sector
  • Management / Leadership experience (essential) and qualification (desirable)
  • Hold an NMC (Nursing and Midwifery) certificate with an active PIN
  • A caring nature with ability to give everyone a personal approach
  • Flexible and adaptable to changes at short notice
  • Work well under pressure without negative impact to those around you
  • Warm, approachable, and engaging persona
  • Respect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated
  • Resilient and adaptable to differing needs of colleagues and residents

What's in it for you:

  • A competitive salary
  • Pension contribution of 5%
  • Recognition schemes and rewarding referral schemes
  • Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid
  • 28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays)
  • Flexible working patterns
  • Annual NMC fees paid
  • Fully funded training and development
  • Support with personal development plans
  • The opportunity to grow and develop both personally and professionally
  • An engaging community environment where everyone is respected and included

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential): Minimum Level 4 NVQ in Health and Social Care. Experience in the healthcare sector. Management/Leadership experience and qualification (desirable). Hold an NMC certificate with an active PIN.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer name: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Limited

Address: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Wallsend, NE28 9RH

Employer's website: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Contact for questions: Recruitment Team, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

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