Botley, Southampton
£33,280.00 Per Annum
Full Time – 8:00am–5:00pm (Supernumerary)
We are recruiting a Deputy Care Home Manager to join a well-established and highly regarded residential care service in Botley, Southampton. The service proudly holds an OUTSTANDING CQC rating, reflecting its commitment to exceptional standards of care. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced care professional to take on a leadership role within a warm, supportive, and family-led environment.
About the Service
This stunning country residence is set within eighteen acres of beautiful formal gardens, woodland, and paddocks, providing a peaceful and picturesque setting. The service offers a safe, homely, and caring environment whilst delivering a high standard of person-centred care for up to forty-six residents of any age, including those living with dementia and associated mental health conditions.
The service is a successfully run family business with a long-standing history and a hands-on leadership team who are actively involved in the day-to-day running of the home. This approach ensures consistency, strong staff support, and a genuine family atmosphere throughout.
The property consists of a main house alongside three purpose-built, connected units, allowing free-flowing access to all areas for residents. This thoughtful layout promotes independence, accessibility, and comfort, ensuring residents can move around safely and with ease.
The Ethos
The service is committed to delivering exceptional, person-centred care, ensuring every resident feels safe, valued, and truly at home. The team promotes dignity, independence, and wellbeing, creating a warm, inclusive, and family-like environment.
The Role
As Deputy Care Home Manager, you will:
• Support the Home Manager in the day-to-day running of the service
• Lead, mentor, and develop the care team
• Ensure consistently high standards of care and compliance
• Oversee care planning and resident wellbeing
• Assist with staffing, audits, and operational management
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming, and homely environment
About You
• Proven experience as a Deputy Care Home Manager within a residential care setting
• Extensive experience working within dementia care
• NVQ Level 3 & 4 & 5 in Health & Social Care or equivalent
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Compassionate, reliable, and committed to high-quality, person-centred care
• Good understanding of CQC standards and best practice
In Return
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunities for career progression and development
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference
• The chance to work in a unique, well-established setting with a strong sense of community
If you are ready to take the next step in your care leadership career, we would love to hear from you.
To Apply: Contact Lauren on (phone number removed)
Email: (url removed)
Salary description
£30000.00 - £33000.00 per year