Join the Dedicated Team at Bradley Court
Bradley Court is a modern, 12-bed nursing home specialising in the care of adults with learning disabilities and challenging behaviours. Opened in August 2020 in partnership with the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, our service is purpose-built to support individuals with complex needs in a safe, respectful, and empowering environment.

We take great pride in delivering high-quality, person-centred care, creating a true “home away from home” for our residents. Our team is passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we support.

At Bradley Court, we invest in our staff with a wide range of training opportunities — including Positive Behaviour Support, Safety Interventions, and ongoing professional development to help you grow your career in care.

If you're looking for a rewarding role in a supportive and specialist environment, we’d love to hear from you.

The Role
The Deputy Manager is part of the Home Management team, the heart and soul of our Homes, embodying leadership, compassion and dedication to the wellbeing of residents and team members alike. The Deputy Manager plays a key support role in creating a nurturing and supportive environment where residents feel safe, valued and respected and where staff are empowered to deliver high quality care with professionalism and clinical excellence.

The Deputy Manager works closely with the Home Manager to oversee every aspect of the Home operation, from ensuring regulatory compliance and financial sustainability to fostering a culture of high care standards and continuous improvement. The Deputy Manager leads by example, inspiring their team to uphold the highest standards of care while also providing support and guidance.

The Deputy Manager supports the team in building meaningful connections with residents based on trust, rapport and create a sense of community and belonging within the Home.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist the Home Manager in the overall management and administration of the Home, including staffing and regulatory compliance, in addition to ensuring the highest level of care.
• Provide leadership and supervision to the team, including recruitment, training performance management and team development.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality person-centred care and support to residents in accordance with individual care plans, regulatory standard and best practices.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of care delivery and processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes as needed in collaboration with the Home Manager and care team.
• Responsible for the line management of team members, leading on professional supervisions for the team by providing direction, maintaining practice standards, and promoting continuous professional development.
• Undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required as designated by the Home Manager.

The Benefits

• Paid annual leave
• The chance to be part of a growing healthcare company
• Continuous professional development and training
• Values-led culture
• Enhanced overtime rate
• Opportunities for progression
• Pension plan (if applicable)
• Attractive hourly rate
• Access NI
• NMC reimbursed after qualifying period
• Uniforms & PPE supplied
• Monthly incentives and recognition awards
• Free parking

What you will need

• Previous management or supervisory experience
• Be competent using a range of IT programmes and packages
• The Right to Work in the UK
• Have sound working knowledge of the statutory requirements associated with the care of those with Mental Ill-health, Acquired Brain Injury and Physical Disabilities
• An active NMC pin as a Registered Mental Health Nurse/ Registered General Nurse with a minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a mental health and/or acquired brain injury unit.

Desired criteria

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience working as a Nurse in Charge in the UK

Location: Bradley Court, 420 Crumlin Road, Belfast, Northern Ireland, County Antrim, BT14 7GE
Date Posted: 3rd November 2026
Closing Date: 2nd December 2026
Job Type: Full time
Salary: £23.75 Hourly

Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.