Deputy Care Home Manager

Deputy Home Manager

Contract: Full Time - Perm

Hour: 37 hours per week

Pay: £40,477 per annum

Shift Times: 9am to 5.30pm

Location: Desbrow Lane, Royston, SG8 7FR

Quantum Care is a no‑for‑profit organisation supporting over 2,000 older people across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Essex. Our mission is simple: to help our residents live well, with dignity, comfort and joy. To do that, we need people who care as much as we do and Make Every Day Matter.

We are seeking a Deputy Home Manager to join our welcoming team at Melwood Grange Care Home in Royston . A luxury, 73 bed purpose-built care home set in the Hertfordshire countryside, Melwood Grange offers exceptional care in stylish surroundings, with premium facilities including a cinema, café, hair and beauty salon, and beautifully landscaped gardens.

As a Deputy Home Manager , you will provide compassionate person-cantered care and support residents with respect and dignity to maintain independence.

What You'll Bring

* Previous Experience as a Deputy or Team Leader required
* Leadership experience
* Essential to hold a Level 3 or Level 4 in Health & Social Care
* You'll combine relevant experience with excellent management and communication skills.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities

* You will be sharing responsibility with the Home Manger to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the home
* You will help to ensure we provide the best care for our residents whilst maximising the quality of their lives.

Why Join Quantum Care?

We value our teams and invest in their wellbeing, growth and success. In return for your dedication, you'll receive:

* Competitive salary with enhanced pay on weekends and Bank Holidays
* Clear career development pathways and recognition of milestones
* First‑class in‑house training from day one
* Free Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 support
* Company pension scheme (after 1 year of service)
* Free DBS check and uniform
* Access to retail discounts and exclusive offers
* A supportive, values‑driven workplace where your contribution truly matters

Terms and Conditions apply to all benefits

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well‑established organisation offering rewarding work, a strong sense of purpose and real opportunities for progression. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds who have the right to work in the UK. Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.

An Overseas Police Check/ Certificate of Good Conduct may be required if you have lived or worked outside the UK for 12 Months or more, spent a significant period overseas, or worked abroad in a position of trust. This will be in addition to a mandatory Enhanced DBS check.

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