Deputy Manager (RGN)

Deputy Manager (RGN) | Elderly Care | Hampshire Stephen James Consulting is partnering with a well-established and highly regarded elderly care provider in South West London to recruit an experienced Deputy Manager (RGN). This is a fantastic opportunity to join a modern, purpose-built service that is known for delivering exceptional standards of nursing, residential, and dementia care within a supportive and well-structured environment. The service benefits from strong leadership, excellent clinical governance frameworks, and a clear commitment to continuous improvement, resident wellbeing, and high-quality, person-centred care. This is an ideal opportunity for a motivated clinical leader looking to step into a visible and influential leadership role within a forward-thinking organisation. The successful candidate will work closely with the Registered Manager to support the day-to-day running of the service, ensuring consistently high clinical standards, robust compliance, and strong team performance. Key Responsibilities: • Support the Registered Manager with the overall leadership and operational management of the service • Ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and person-centred clinical care • Provide strong clinical leadership and guidance to nursing and care teams • Maintain full compliance with CQC regulations, policies, and clinical governance standards • Monitor care quality, clinical outcomes, and service performance • Support staff supervision, development, and performance management • Assist with audits, inspections, and ongoing quality improvement initiatives • Foster a positive, supportive culture focused on resident wellbeing and excellence in care • Maintain effective communication with residents, families, healthcare professionals, and external stakeholders Requirements: • Registered General Nurse (RGN) with a valid and active NMC PIN • Current nursing experience with a strong clinical background • Minimum of 1 year’s experience as a Deputy Manager within a care home setting • Ideally 2+ years of leadership or management experience within elderly care services • Strong knowledge of CQC regulations and clinical governance requirements • Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills • Good IT skills and experience using care management systems • Passion for delivering outstanding care and leading high-performing teams This role offers a salary of: £65,000 per annum If you are interested in applying for this role, please click “Apply Now” below