Deputy Manager
Thornton, England, United Kingdom Full-time Posted 1 week ago
Brief Description
Extraordinary People, Exceptional Care
Deputy Manager
Thornton Hall & Lodge is a bright, spacious, purpose-built 96-bed home providing high-quality residential, dementia, and short-stay care. Rated ‘Good’ by the CQC, our home offers warmth, excellent standards, and a strong commitment to dignity, independence, and choice. Our dedicated team provides high-quality care for older adults, including those living with dementia, with compassion, dignity, and respect. We are currently seeking a dedicated Deputy Manager to support the Home Manager in the daily running of the home and to help lead our team with professionalism and empathy.
Location: Thornton Lodge and Hall - L23 1UB
Deputy Manager – 40 hrs per week
Rates of Pay / Salary: £38,799 per annum
What You'll Be Doing
Thornton Hall & Lodge is a bright and spacious purpose-built home that specialises in care for older people, with the Hall providing 24hr residential care for 48 residents, and the Lodge giving additional round the clock dementia care for 48 residents.
Orchard Care Homes has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones.
We believe in investing in our people. Your professional development will be actively encouraged, with plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.
Apply today
If you're ready to bring your compassion, energy, and dedication to a role that truly makes a difference, apply today and help us provide the kind of care every person deserves.
We proudly support the Armed Forces community and welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and military spouses as part of our commitment to the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We value the unique skills and experiences that service personnel bring and are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Extraordinary People, Exceptional Care
Deputy Manager
Thornton Hall & Lodge is a bright, spacious, purpose-built 96-bed home providing high-quality residential, dementia, and short-stay care. Rated ‘Good’ by the CQC, our home offers warmth, excellent standards, and a strong commitment to dignity, independence, and choice. Our dedicated team provides high-quality care for older adults, including those living with dementia, with compassion, dignity, and respect. We are currently seeking a dedicated Deputy Manager to support the Home Manager in the daily running of the home and to help lead our team with professionalism and empathy.
Location: Thornton Lodge and Hall - L23 1UB
Deputy Manager – 40 hrs per week
Rates of Pay / Salary: £38,799 per annum
What You'll Be Doing
- Assist in the day-to-day operations of the home, ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
- Lead, supervise, and support the care team to deliver outstanding care.
- Participate in assessments and care reviews, acting as a key contact for residents, families, and staff.
- Foster strong relationships with multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
- Promote a positive, resident-focused culture in line with our “Good” CQC rating.
- Previous experience as a Deputy Manager in a larger care home, or in a leadership role within a care setting.
- Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management for Adult Care.
- Strong understanding of CQC standards, DoLS, and the Mental Capacity Act (MCA).
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and supervisory skills.
- Ability to prioritise tasks, remain organised, and make sound decisions under pressure.
- A compassionate, resident-focused approach, with a strong commitment to promoting dignity and independence.
- £38,799 per annum
- Career development from day one, with clear progression pathways
- Hundreds of colleague discounts every month across shopping, holidays, dining, tech, and more
- Excellent employee recognition schemes such as ‘Making a Difference” award and Long Service Award
- Free emotional, practical, and financial support that’s fully confidential, through an Employee Assistance Programme helpline and wellbeing app that’s available 24/7, all year round
- Company-supported pension scheme to invest in your future
- Fully funded DBS check
Thornton Hall & Lodge is a bright and spacious purpose-built home that specialises in care for older people, with the Hall providing 24hr residential care for 48 residents, and the Lodge giving additional round the clock dementia care for 48 residents.
Orchard Care Homes has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones.
We believe in investing in our people. Your professional development will be actively encouraged, with plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.
Apply today
If you're ready to bring your compassion, energy, and dedication to a role that truly makes a difference, apply today and help us provide the kind of care every person deserves.
We proudly support the Armed Forces community and welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and military spouses as part of our commitment to the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We value the unique skills and experiences that service personnel bring and are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
