Deputy Nurse Manager (RGN/RMN) – Days (with occasional nights)

Deputy Nurse Manager (RGN/RMN) – Days (with occasional nights)
Maesbrook Care Home, Shrewsbury
£27 - £28 per hour • NMC Fee Paid • Paid Training • Full-Time (36 hrs/week)

About Us

Maesbrook Care Home is a respected 45-bed nursing home in Shrewsbury, providing 24-hour nursing and palliative care for older people. We’re proud of our strong reputation, long-standing team, and warm, family-run culture — where every colleague is supported, developed, and genuinely valued.

The Role

We’re seeking an experienced Deputy Nurse Manager to work alongside our Home Manager, providing day-to-day clinical leadership and ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, person-centred care.

You’ll lead by example, supporting and mentoring nurses and care staff, promoting excellence in clinical practice, and helping maintain our outstanding care standards.

Key responsibilities include:

·       Leading the clinical team during day shifts and deputising for the Home Manager when required.

·       Overseeing care planning, medication management, and compliance documentation.

·       Conducting clinical audits, investigations, and care reviews.

·       Coaching and supporting nurses, senior carers, and new team members.

·       Occasionally covering night shifts during staff absence or holidays to maintain consistency and reduce agency use.

·       Building positive relationships with residents, families, and professionals.

What We Offer

·       £27 -£28 per hour, plus NMC fee paid and paid induction/training from day one.

·       36 hours per week (typically 12-hour day shifts, with flexibility as required).

·       Shift times:

·       Days: 07:45 – 20:00

·       Nights (occasional cover): 19:45 – 08:00

·       Supportive, well-staffed environment with a focus on teamwork and resident well-being.

·       Free on-site parking & company pension scheme.

·       Genuine opportunities for career progression — we invest in your development.

What We’re Looking For

·       Registered Nurse (RGN or RMN) with an active NMC PIN.

·       Proven experience in a senior or supervisory nursing role within a care home.

·       Strong clinical and leadership skills, with excellent attention to detail.

·       Confident with audits, report writing, and Microsoft Word/Excel.

·       Positive attitude, reliability, and commitment to maintaining the highest standards of care.

Please note: we’re unable to offer school-hours-only roles or sponsorship at this time.

Ready to Join Us?
If you’re looking for a rewarding leadership role in a supportive, well-run nursing home, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or send your CV directly — we’ll be in touch to arrange your Stage 1 interview within days.