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Deputy Manager | Elderly Care HomeLocation: Aldington, KentSalary: £60,000 per annum + bonusHours: Monday–Friday (40 hours) with occasional weekend spot checksContract: Full Time | SupernumeraryThe OpportunityCompass Associates are proud to be working in partnership with a growing, family-led care provider to recruit a Deputy Manager for a beautiful medium sized residential and dementia service based near the Kent coast.This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-quality home offering exceptional facilities, a strong wellbeing-led care model, and genuine long-term progression within an expanding group.This role is fully supernumerary, focused on leadership, governance, team development and maintaining high standards of care.The RoleThe successful Deputy Manager will:Support the Home Manager in the day-to-day running of the serviceDrive high standards of care and complianceOversee audits, governance and quality assuranceMentor and develop the wider care teamPromote a positive, family-centred cultureRequirementsPrevious experience as a Deputy Manager within a care home setting (essential)Commissioning experience highly desirableStrong leadership skills with the ability to build and nurture a new teamExperience within residential and dementia careNot suitable for step-up candidatesNot suitable for hospital/community-only backgroundsWe are seeking a strong, organised leader who is both performance-driven and values-led — someone who can balance operational excellence with warmth and compassion.Interview ProcessTwo-stage process:Stage 1: Microsoft Teams interviewStage 2: Face-to-face interview with Home Manager, HR and OperationsLocationThe home is based near the Aldington area and is easily commutable from Folkestone, Saltwood, Dymchurch, New Romney, Lympne, Ashford, Sandgate, Hawkinge and Sellindge.RecommendationsCompass Associates Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultant for this permanent vacancy.We offer a £500 voucher of your choice or a charity donation for every successful candidate recommended by you.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