Deputy Home Manager – Caedmon House, Whitby

Location: Whitby

Pay: £29,400 per year

Contract: Permanent

Job Type: Full-time

Make a Real Impact in a Warm, Vibrant Home on the Whitby Coast

Caedmon House is a unique and welcoming 9-bed home supporting individuals with a range of needs, including nonverbal communication and behaviours that may be challenging. It’s a lively, social place—full of curiosity, fun, and the occasional playful prankster! From trips out to local attractions, to volunteering at a nearby farm, to enjoying a simple cuppa and a chat, our residents love making the most of every day.

We’re now seeking a passionate, positive and proactive Deputy Manager to help lead Caedmon House and ensure we continue delivering safe, high-quality, person-centred support.

Caedmon House sits on Whitby’s beautiful West Cliff, steps from the seafront and walking distance to beaches, the Pavilion, shops, leisure facilities and more. Originally a hotel, it has been thoughtfully refurbished into specialist accommodation with multiple flats and a range of on-site activity spaces.

About the Role

As Interim Deputy Home Manager, you'll support the Home Manager in leading the team and maintaining excellent standards across care, compliance, and day-to-day operations. You’ll be both a confident leader and a hands-on team player who leads with kindness, safety, and person-centred values.

You’ll ensure every individual receives tailored, high-quality support and will help nurture a positive, empowering culture for both residents and staff.

You’ll also be available to step in for the Home Manager when required.

Key Responsibilities (Including but not limited to)

• Ensuring all residents—new and existing—receive high-quality, person-centred support
• Supporting and leading on safe recruitment in line with Regulation 19
• Ensuring health & safety and environmental standards are fully upheld
• Responding to the emotional, physical, spiritual and mental wellbeing needs of residents
• Attending and contributing to staff, resident, family and professional meetings
• Overseeing and administering medication safely, monitoring its effects and ensuring compliance
• Supporting residents on outings, including minibus trips in line with their care plans

What We're Looking For

• Proven leadership experience in a care home, assisted living or nursing home
• Ideally NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management in Social Care
• Alternatively: NVQ Level 3 plus 2–3 years’ team leader experience, and working toward Level 5
• Strong knowledge of medication protocols and best practice
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage changing priorities
• Compassionate, calm, and committed to resident wellbeing
• Strong communicator—confident with staff, residents, and families
• A leader who is values-driven and passionate about quality care

Benefits

• Competitive annual leave (increasing with length of service)
• Flexible working options for an excellent work-life balance
• Lifestyle savings across shops, supermarkets and utilities
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• 24/7 GP access & face-to-face counselling
• Discounted Health Cash Plan
• Mental health support (Able Futures)
• Wellbeing resources including self-help tools
• Employee referral scheme
• Extensive induction & training programme (includes Care Certificate support)
• Funded qualifications & apprenticeships for clear career progression
• Financial wellbeing support through NEFirst Credit Union
• Paid DBS
• Casual dress, company events & more

Why Milewood?

At Milewood, our values guide every decision we make. We champion warmth, respect, accountability, trust, honesty, and enterprise. We’re looking for someone who not only leads with confidence and clarity, but who believes in the potential of people—and brings consistency, compassion, and calm when it matters most.

If you're a leader committed to quality care and meaningful outcomes, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your leadership journey with us.

If you'd like to see the full job description or learn more about the role, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us at careers@milewood.co.uk!