Job Title: Clinical Deputy Manager - Nursing Home
Location: Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1, UK
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum
Contract: Full-time, Permanent (40 hours per week)
Closing date for applications: 18th May 2026
Company: Pivotal People; Recruiting exclusively on behalf of an established Care Group
Clinical Deputy Manager Wanted - Blackpool Care Home
Pivotal People is exclusively recruiting a Clinical Deputy Manager for a well-established, CQC-rated care home in Blackpool. Specialising in nursing, dementia, and end-of-life care for older people, this home has a strong reputation for quality and compassion.
As Clinical Deputy Manager, you will work alongside the Registered Manager to lead a dedicated clinical team and ensure outstanding care delivery across the home. Whether you are an experienced Clinical Deputy Manager or a confident RGN ready to step up, this is a genuine opportunity to lead, develop, and make a lasting difference.
Key Responsibilities of the Clinical Deputy Manager
* Provide strong clinical leadership across the nursing and care team
* Drive the highest standards in care planning, delivery, and outcomes
* Ensure full compliance with CQC regulations and internal quality frameworks
* Champion best practice in dementia care, palliative care, and medication management
* Mentor, develop, and support staff to reach their potential
* Oversee staffing, rota planning, and day-to-day clinical operations
* Act as a trusted point of contact for residents, families, and external professionals
* Deputise for the Home Manager in their absence
Essential Skills and Experience Required for the Clinical Deputy Manager
* NMC-registered Nurse (RGN) - Essential
* Dementia Care
* Care home experience, ideally supporting older people with complex needs
* Proven track record of leading and managing teams in a healthcare setting
* Strong knowledge of safeguarding, health and safety, infection control, and CQC standards
* Demonstrable understanding of dementia care, end-of-life support, and clinical governance
* Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
* Organised, reliable, and genuinely passionate about person-centred care
Package and Benefits for the Clinical Deputy Manager
* Salary of £45,000 - £50,000 depending on experience
* 28 days annual leave including bank holidays, plus additional days for long service
* Birthday off after successful probation
* Pension scheme and life insurance cover
* Employee Assistance Programme covering wellbeing, financial, and family support
* Ongoing professional training and development
* Career progression opportunities within a supportive, friendly team
* Blue Light Card reimbursement
How to Apply for this Clinical Deputy Manager Role.
This Clinical Deputy Manager appointment is being managed exclusively by Pivotal People.
For a confidential conversation or to apply, please contact Mike Tait
Salary description
£45000.00 - £50000.00 per year