About the Role
Make a difference to our residents' lives from day one!
Are you a compassionate and experienced leader in social care seeking a rewarding next step? Schoen Clinic York is looking for a dedicated Deputy Manager to support the day-to-day operations of our specialist dementia and discharge to assess wards.
This is a hands-on leadership role perfect for someone with experience as a Senior Carer, Deputy Manager, or Manager in a social care setting. You don't need to be clinically registered, but you do need passion, leadership, and a deep understanding of dementia care.
As Deputy Manager, you'll work closely with the General Manager to ensure our residents receive the highest standards of person-centred care. You'll help lead a committed team, uphold compliance and quality standards, and be a key point of contact for families and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities: (although not limited to)
Support evidence-based dementia care that respects each residents individuality
Help maintain compliance with CQC regulations and internal policies
Oversee audits, care plans, medication management, and safeguarding processes alongside the clinical lead and general manager.
Supervise and mentor care teams, promoting a culture of dignity and inclusion
Support recruitment, rotas, training, and day-to-day team coordination
Lead by example and foster professional development across the wards.
Build trusting relationships with residents and their families, playing an active role in care planning and review meetings.
Deputise for the General Managers role when required working closely with the Clinical Lead
Assist with budgeting, stock control, and supplier relations
Maintain a safe, welcoming environment and support community engagement
Participate in the on-call rota
Skills & requirements
As the Deputy Manager, you will bring:
Proven experience in a senior care role (Deputy or Manager level)
Strong knowledge of dementia and person-centred care practices
A proactive, compassionate leadership style
A solid understanding of care regulations and safeguarding principles
Excellent organisational, communication, and people management skills

Details
Location
Schoen Clinic York
Contract Type
Permanent
Working Pattern
Full Time, 37.5 hours per week
Salary
up to £58,000 per annum depending on experience
Benefits
You will have access to a wide range of benefits which include (but not limited to):
25 days holiday + bank holidays, which increases with the length of service
Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
Paid emergency leave
Professional development opportunities so that you can build your career with us
Contributory pension scheme with Royal London
Private Medical Insurance with Aviva including access to a private GP service, free screening, and the inclusion of pre-existing conditions.
Dental and Optical Cover with Aviva
Recognition schemes for employees
Eye care scheme with Specsavers
Online benefits portal with high street and online shopping discounts
Winter flu jabs
EAP assistance on a range of topics and concerns
About your future team
Schoen Clinic UK provides specialist mental healthcare across two key locations:
Our London outpatient clinic, where we focus on mental health conditions (including eating disorders) and neurodiversity (ADHD, autism).
Wellen Court in York, a specialist residential and nursing home for people living with dementia.
All our UK facilities are rated “Good” by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
In London, our multidisciplinary teams of psychiatrists, psychologists, psychotherapists, nurses and allied health professionals deliver evidence-based, personalised care. We support patients of all ages with tailored treatment plans, ensuring every individual benefits from the expertise of a highly skilled team working together.
At Wellen Court, our dementia nurses, carers and therapists provide 24/7 support in a calm, home-like environment. We focus on maintaining familiar routines, building meaningful relationships and helping each resident live with comfort and purpose. Care options include long-term residential stays, short-stay respite and daycare, as well as palliative and end-of-life support.
Schoen Clinic UK is part of the Schön Klinik Group, founded in Germany in 1985, an international healthcare organisation recognised for its specialisation and quality.
