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Deputy Manager
Deputy Manager – Non-Clinical
Location: Elmstead Care Home, 104 Elmstead Lane, Chislehurst BR7 5EL
Salary: £36,000–£40,000 (dependent on experience) Contract: Permanent, 40 hours/week (Monday–Friday) Requirements: Occasional night visits or weekend work may be necessary
About the Role
At Bupa, we support people when they need it most, delivering person-centred care to help residents live their best lives. In this Deputy Manager (Non-Clinical) role, you’ll work closely with the care home team to ensure standards of excellence are met every day.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and assist with all aspects of nursing care/activities within the care home
- Work with your team to create and update individual care plans and maintain accurate medication records
- Ensure adequate staffing levels are maintained through effective rota management
- Provide daily support, guidance, and mentorship to the nursing team while promoting residents’ independence, choice, and dignity
- Develop lasting relationships with residents, their families, and carers while fostering a community-focused environment
- Act as a liaison with local partners, enhancing the care home’s reputation in the local area
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Person Specification
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has experience working in a care home environment, with a commitment to CQC standards
- Champions independence, choice, and dignity in care
- Is an effective communicator, able to build trusting relationships with residents and their families
- Demonstrates leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to delegate and deliver excellent service
- Excels in time management and prioritising workloads
- Is a respectful, compassionate team player
Key Benefits
We design benefits to support your health and wellness, making health happen for both our people and our teams. Join Bupa and experience:
- Healthcare Support:
- My Healthcare – 24/7 access to remote GP appointments, physiotherapy, and mental health support
- Annual healthcare allowance (~£350) redeemable against a Bupa menu
- Flexible Pay:
- Wagestream (early access to earned wages within minutes)
- Work-Family Balance:
- 28 days holiday (plus long service rewards, including extra days and bonuses)
- Sick pay scheme in addition to statutory sick pay
- Parental leave support for adoption, birth, and co-parents
- Wellbeing & Development:
- Free meal on every shift
- Menopause Plan to support women’s health
- Financial & Workplace Support:
- Interest-free travel loan for public transport season tickets
- Discounts at UK gyms and fitness facilities
- Career Growth in a sharable responsibility culture with meaningful recognition (early career progression, long service awards)
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Why Choose Bupa?
We’re a mission-driven organisation, focused on helping customers live longer, healthier, happier lives. Our people are the backbone of our success, and we strive for diversity, fairness, and inclusion.
As a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer, we ensure fair interviews and reasonable adjustments for all applicants.
For accessibility needs, please email: careers@bupa.com.
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