Job Title: Clinical Deputy Manager (RMN/RNLD Qualified)
Location: Blackburn
Salary: £50,000
Reports to: Care Home Manager
Are you a dedicated RMN/RNLD qualified professional with a passion for delivering high-quality care? Join our client’s large residential service in Wigan as a Clinical Deputy Manager and lead the way in clinical excellence and compassionate care.
Key Responsibilities:
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Quality Assurance: Conduct comprehensive audits against CQC regulations, local authority requirements, and organisational standards, including weekend and night audits. Develop and implement action plans to address audit findings.
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Leadership and Support: Provide assurance to the Home Manager and senior leadership team that the service is safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well-led. Lead the implementation of clinical care strategies such as the Dementia Strategy.
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Clinical Management: Oversee the health and social care needs of all service users, ensuring person-centred, evidence-based care. Manage clinical equipment and supplies and maintain high standards of practice within the team.
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Training and Development: Lead and monitor training programs, ensuring team members complete mandatory training and development opportunities. Conduct regular supervisions, appraisals, and competency evaluations.
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Operational Duties: Manage team duty rotas, annual leave, and training allocation. Support budget management, daily leadership reports, and operational review meetings. Handle complaints, safeguarding issues, and incidents according to company policies.
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Community Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with service users, their families, and the wider community. Promote inclusivity and diversity within the service, ensuring a supportive and non-discriminatory environment.
Person Specification:
Knowledge:
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Comprehensive understanding of care service practices, legislation, regulations, and standards, including CQC regulations and the Health and Social Care Act (2008).
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In-depth knowledge of protecting vulnerable adults, care home operations, and evidence-based practice.
Experience:
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Proven track record of delivering successful outcomes and managing complex medical, psychological, and social needs.
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Experience working within a multidisciplinary team and advocating for quality care outcomes.
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Strong literacy and communication skills, with the ability to build and sustain professional relationships.
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Experience in auditing, reporting, and supporting team training and development.
Skills:
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Commitment to personal development and continuous learning.
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a flexible and hands-on approach.
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Ability to quickly address complex issues with practical solutions.
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Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with a commitment to improving service user experiences.
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Ability to work autonomously and adhere to policies and strategies for best outcomes.
Benefits:
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Competitive salary of £50,000.
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Opportunity to lead a dedicated team and make a significant impact on the quality of care.
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Supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and professional growth.
If you are an RMN/RNLD qualified professional looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you