Clinical Deputy Manager | Elderly Nursing & Dementia Home

Milton Keynes Source: WhatJobs

£42,000–£52,000

Clinical Deputy Manager | Elderly Nursing & Dementia Home

Qualification: RGN only (active nursing pin)

Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

Hours: Supernumerary, Monday–Friday with occasional weekend cover

About the Role

Compass Associates are proud to be working in partnership with a valued client to recruit a Clinical Deputy Manager for a well-performing elderly nursing home near Milton Keynes area.

The home provides nursing, dementia and residential care and is seeking a clinically strong, hands‑on leader who is passionate about delivering high‑quality care to elderly residents. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Deputy Manager or Clinical Lead looking to join a stable, supportive service with a strong clinical focus.

You will work closely with the Home Manager, leading clinical practice, supporting staff development, and ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Provide strong clinical leadership across the home
Support and mentor nursing and care teams
Ensure excellent standards of elderly and dementia care
Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Support clinical governance, audits and compliance

Requirements

Registered Nurse with an active NMC PIN (RGN)
Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Deputy Manager or Clinical Lead
Strong background in elderly and dementia nursing
Excellent leadership, communication and clinical skills
Genuine passion for elderly care

Interview Process

Stage 1: Interview with the Home Manager
Stage 2: Formal interview with the Home Manager and Operations Manager

Location & Commutability

The home is based near Milton Keynes and is commutable from Buckingham, Bletchley, Leighton Buzzard, Newport Pagnell, Bedford, Luton, Aylesbury, Northampton, Dunstable.