Clinical Deputy Manager - Elderly Nursing Home

Job Description Clinical Deputy Manager Elderly Nursing HomeLocation: Gillingham, KentSalary: 55,000 per annumContracted Hours: 37 hours per weekQualification: RGN Required (Active NMC Pin)Compass Associates are proud to be working in partnership with a highly regarded elderly nursing home near Gillingham, who are seeking an experienced Clinical Deputy Manager to join their leadership team.This well-established home provides nursing, dementia and residential care and has a strong reputation for high-quality, person-centred care. This is an excellent opportunity for an existing Deputy Manager or Clinical Lead looking to step into a supportive, supernumerary leadership role.The RoleAs Clinical Deputy Manager, you will:Support the Home Manager in the day-to-day clinical and operational running of the homeLead, mentor and develop the nursing and care teamsEnsure the home consistently delivers safe, effective and high-quality careOversee clinical governance, audits, care planning and complianceWork closely as part of a multi-disciplinary teamAct as a positive role model with a hands-on, supportive leadership styleCandidate RequirementsTo be considered, you must have:RGN qualification with an active NMC pinMinimum 2 years experience as a Deputy Manager (or equivalent Clinical Lead role)Previous experience working within a nursing home environmentStrong background in elderly and dementia nursing careA genuine passion for elderly care and clinical excellenceConfident leadership, communication and organisational skillsInterview ProcessStage 1: Interview with the Home ManagerStage 2: Formal interview with the Home Manager & Operations ManagerLocation & CommutabilityThe home is based near Gillingham, Kent and is easily commutable from Chatham, Rainham, Snodland, Rochester, Bearsted, Sittingbourne, East Malling, Maidstone, Kemsley, Otham and Sevenoaks.Referral BonusCompass Associates Ltd offers a 200 John Lewis voucher for every successful candidate recommended.Contact If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity please contact Lily Bulbeck on 02393874321 or 07921588667. Or alternatively send an up to date CV to [email protected]

Created: 2026-03-07