Job Description

Deputy Manager - Maple Tree Court (Anchor)

Location: Kidsgrove, Stoke-on-Trent

Hours: 42 per week

Salary: 35,000 per annum

About Maple Tree Court

Maple Tree Court in Kidsgrove is a modern and welcoming residential care home designed to the highest standards. With light, spacious interiors, elegant communal areas and en-suite rooms for up to 64 residents, the home offers first-class facilities in a warm and supportive environment. Our dedicated team ensures residents live rich, meaningful lives in the company of like-minded people. Maple Tree Court reflects Anchor's 60 years of not-for-profit experience in creating homes where older people can truly thrive.


If you are looking to join a forward-thinking care provider with a proud heritage and a focus on people, Maple Tree Court is a place where you can make a real difference every day.

The Role

As Deputy Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the daily running of Maple Tree Court. Supporting the Home Manager, you will ensure the highest standards of care delivery, compliance and team performance. Your responsibilities will include:


Leading and supporting the care team to provide person-centred care. Managing staff rotas and ensuring the right skill mix to meet resident needs. Overseeing care plans, medication management and safeguarding practices. Deputising for the Home Manager in their absence. Building positive relationships with residents, families, staff and local professionals. Driving continuous improvement to maintain compliance with CQC standards.

About You

We are looking for an experienced care professional who can combine strong leadership with compassion and commitment. You will bring:


Experience of managing teams within a care environment. Good knowledge of CQC standards, safeguarding and health & safety. A recognised care or management qualification (minimum Level 3 Care Diploma or equivalent). Excellent organisational, communication and influencing skills. A passion for delivering high quality care and supporting older people.

Why Anchor?

A competitive salary of 35,000 per annum for 42 hours a week. The opportunity to develop and grow within the largest not-for-profit provider of care and housing for older people in England. The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents in a beautifully designed and supportive home.

Apply today and become part of a trusted, respected and supportive team at Maple Tree Court.


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Anchor - a great place to work

Anchor is England's largest not-for-profit providers of care and housing for older people. Our heartfelt ambition is to transform housing and care so everyone can have a home where they love living in later life.


We're not-for-profit which means every penny we make or save is invested in the people who live with us, the places they live and the people who work here. That means a better standard of care and customer service, better wages, more investment in training and development and improved facilities.

A rewarding environment

From health and happiness to finance and your career, we'll give you all the support you need.

Health & happiness

Gym, fitness and wellbeing discounts Mental health support Flexible working options

Finance

Pension plan - contribute between 4% and 8% and we'll match it or better Quick and easy pension transfer service Savings and financial advice, loans, free life assurance Discounts on shopping, holidays, phones, technology and more

Career

Ongoing personal and professional development programme Leadership Pathways online learning resources Career progression and promotion opportunities

To see our full range of benefits, check out our dedicated rewards website

Celebrating diversity, celebrating you

Anchor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aim to celebrate diversity and inclusion in all that we do, as we know that the more diverse our colleagues are, the better care and support we can give to our residents and each other.


We are proud to have an LGBT+ group for our residents, and also Disability, LGBT+ and race and ethnicity colleague networks. These work to celebrate diversity, address concerns, review policy and practice and empower their members. We also have an Inclusive Ambassador network to allow all colleagues to be part of promoting diversity and to be an ally to others.


We are a member of Inclusive Employers, a Stonewall Diversity Champion and a signatory to the Care Leaver Covenant and HouseProud Pledge schemes.