Deputy Unit Manager (Florence Shipley)

Location: Derbyshire
Closing date: 09 November 2025

Join Our Leadership Team in Adult Social Care! 

Deputy Unit Manager – Grade 10

Location: Florence Shipley Community Care Centre
Service Areas: 

  • Specialist Dementia Unit

Are you passionate about delivering high-quality care and empowering others to live with dignity and independence? We are looking for dynamic and compassionate Deputy Unit Manager to join our Adult Social Care and Health team at Florence Shipley CCC.

About the Role

As a Deputy Unit Manager, you will support the CQC Registered Service Manager in leading a 24/7 residential care service. You’ll play a key role in ensuring safe, person-centred care, managing staff, and driving continuous improvement.

  • Focus on supporting individuals with dementia in a stimulating and supportive environment.
  • Champion person-centred dementia care and promote independence and well-being.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead and supervise a dedicated care team.
  • Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and quality standards.
  • Manage resources effectively, including budgets and equipment.
  • Collaborate with families, professionals, and external agencies.
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement and best practice.
  • Work a rota of early and late shifts which include week end and bank holidays.

✅ What We’re Looking For

  • Significant experience in a residential care setting.
  • Proven leadership and supervisory skills.
  • Strong understanding of safeguarding, care planning, and relevant legislation.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
  • Minimum Level 3 qualification in a relevant field.

Desirable Experience

  • Dementia care experience.

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a forward-thinking, supportive team.
  • Make a real difference in people’s lives.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

 To apply now and help shape the future of our services in Derbyshire, please click on the ‘Apply for this role’ button.

For any informal enquiries please contact the Registered Service Manager Paul Morris on 01629 531367.

Provisional Interview Date: TBC