Deputy Manager

Deputy Manager - Domiciliary Care £30,000 - £35,000 per annum Sunderland Permanent | Full-Time Are you an experienced Deputy Manager or Care Manager looking for your next opportunity within domiciliary care? Would you thrive in a hands-on leadership role where you can support an established service, develop a team and play a key part in maintaining high standards of care? This could be the opportunity for you. We are recruiting for an experienced Deputy Manager to support the leadership of a well-established domiciliary care branch in Sunderland, currently delivering just under 1,000 care hours per week. This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong care professional to play a key role in the day-to-day running of the service, supporting the Registered Manager while helping to drive quality, compliance and continued growth. About the Role Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the domiciliary care service Help maintain high standards of quality and compliance with CQC regulations Lead, support and develop the care and office teams Oversee care planning, assessments, reviews and risk management Support with safeguarding concerns, incidents and investigations Assist with recruitment, training, supervision and performance management Monitor quality through audits, spot checks and service reviews Build strong relationships with clients, families and healthcare professionals Support the continued growth and development of the branch Take responsibility for the service in the Registered Manager's absence Promote a positive culture focused on teamwork, quality and person-centred care Requirements Previous experience as a Deputy Manager, Care Manager, Team Manager or Senior within domiciliary/home care Good understanding of CQC regulations and compliance Experience leading and supporting care teams Strong knowledge of care planning, safeguarding and quality assurance Excellent communication and organisational skills A proactive and hands-on approach to management Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care would be desirable, although not essential Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle What's on Offer? £30,000 - £35,000 basic salary Opportunity to support an established branch delivering just under 1,000 care hours per week Work closely with an experienced Registered Manager and senior leadership team Career progression opportunities Professional training and development Permanent, full-time position Interested? If you're an experienced care professional looking for your next step into a Deputy Manager position, I'd love to hear from you. Apply now or send your CV referencing the job title and location to: Premier Recruitment Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer, and all applications will be assessed solely on merit. INDHEAL