Deputy Manager (Domiciliary Care) – 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

<p><strong>We're Hiring | Deputy Manager (Domiciliary Care)</strong> </p><p><strong>Ripley, Derbyshire (DE5)</strong></p><p> <strong>£36,900 per annum + Additional On-Call Payments</strong></p><p> <strong>Full-Time | 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Cover)</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Are you an experienced <strong>Deputy Manager</strong>, <strong>Care Manager</strong>, <strong>Field Care Supervisor</strong> or an ambitious <strong>Care Coordinator</strong> ready for your next leadership role?</p><p>We're recruiting on behalf of an <strong>award-winning, family-run domiciliary care provider</strong> for an experienced <strong>Deputy Manager</strong> to support the Registered Manager in leading a busy, high-performing homecare service.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What you'll be doing:</strong></p><p>✅ Leading and supporting a team of approximately 30 care professionals</p><p> ✅ Ensuring exceptional person-centred care delivery</p><p> ✅ Managing care plans, risk assessments and quality audits</p><p> ✅ Supporting CQC compliance and safeguarding standards</p><p> ✅ Coaching, mentoring and developing care staff</p><p> ✅ Participating in a paid on-call rota</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What we're looking for:</strong></p><p>✔ 2+ years' management experience in Health & Social Care</p><p> ✔ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care</p><p> ✔ Strong knowledge of CQC standards and safeguarding</p><p> ✔ Full UK Driving Licence and own vehicle</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What's in it for you?</strong></p><ul><li>£36,900 salary</li><li> Additional on-call payments</li><li>Paid training & ongoing professional development</li><li>Annual salary reviews</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>Blue Light Card eligibility</li><li>Supportive, family-run organisation with genuine career progression</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Please note:</strong> Unfortunately, sponsorship is <strong>not available</strong> for this role.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Interested?</strong> Apply today or send me a direct message for a confidential conversation. I'd be happy to tell you more about this fantastic opportunity.</p><p><br></p>

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