Pivotal People

Nurse Deputy Manager Nursing Home (RGN) Location: near Reigate, RH2, Surrey set in beautiful countryside Salary: £55,000 £60,000 (DOE) Type: Full-time, permanent (40 hours; mainly Mon Fri with occasional clinical cover/on-call) Recruiter: Pivotal People, on behalf of our client About the role We re hiring a clinically strong Nurse Deputy Manager for a well-regarded 36-bed nursing home in a peaceful Surrey setting. You ll be visible on the floor, calm under pressure, and focused on safe, person-centred care and continuous improvement. Responsibilities of the Deputy Manager role Lead day-to-day operations: handovers, reviews, rota oversight and timely clinical decisions. Own clinical governance: medication safety, audits, incident management, IPC and clear action plans. Maintain CQC compliance: robust documentation, evidencing outcomes and inspection readiness. Coach and supervise nurses and carers; drive performance and professional development. Ensure personalised, up-to-date care plans; liaise effectively with families and professionals. Work regular clinical shifts to model best practice and maintain credibility. Essential skills & experience required Registered Nurse (Adult) with an active NMC pin. Leadership experience in a nursing home or comparable clinical environment. Strong grasp of safeguarding, risk management, audits and clinical documentation. Clear, compassionate communicator; organised, fair and steady, with a track record of turning audit findings into improvements. Desirable: Management qualification and experience supporting dementia/complex needs. Package & benefits £55,000 £60,000 (DOE), pension, healthcare scheme, funded CPD and clear progression. Supportive, values-led culture in a scenic rural location. How to apply Send your CV (or a short note with contact details) to Pivotal People for a confidential chat. Please note: We re recruiting on behalf of our client. You must have the right to work in the UK . (No sponsorship available)