Deputy Nurse Manager

Deputy Nurse Manager LeicesterSalary up to £50,000 About the Role: As Deputy Nurse Manager, you will support the Registered Manager in leading the clinical team and ensuring the highest standards of person-centred care for elderly residents, including those living with dementia. You will play a key role in maintaining regulatory compliance, embedding best practice, and fostering a positive, professional culture. Your leadership will directly influence staff performance, resident outcomes, and the home s reputation with families and external stakeholders.Key Responsibilities: Oversee day-to-day clinical operations, ensuring safe, effective, and person-centred care for elderly and dementia residents. Provide visible clinical leadership on the floor, supporting, guiding, and supervising nursing and care staff. Monitor and maintain compliance with CQC standards, internal policies, and all relevant clinical governance frameworks. Support with the recruitment, induction, and ongoing training of new starters, promoting a high-performing, well-supported team. Conduct clinical audits, care plan reviews, and quality improvement initiatives to maintain and enhance care standards. Build and maintain excellent working relationships with residents, families, external professionals, and regulatory bodies. Participate in rota management, including allocation of staff and ensuring appropriate skill mix across shifts. Act as a clinical point of escalation, managing incidents, ..... full job details .....