Deputy Manager
- Annual Salary: £29,000 - £29,500
- Location: Stockport and Manchester
- Job Type: Full-time
We are seeking a Deputy Manager to oversee a range of supported living services across Stockport and Manchester, encompassing 22 homes. This role is ideal for an individual with previous experience as a Deputy Manager or a Registered Manager looking for a new challenge. The successful candidate will be a driver and will play a crucial role in maintaining high standards of care and service delivery.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Attend external review meetings as required.
- Provide advice to the Senior Management Team and the Board of Trustees.
- Assist in the recruitment and selection of staff.
- Develop and deliver training courses to staff, including moving and handling, medication, and mental capacity training.
- Participate in formal investigations or hearings.
- Ensure service conformity with quality standards and requirements of regulatory bodies.
- Manage within the budget to provide the best value service while meeting service user needs.
- Participate in the service rota, including emergency cover for evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
- Assist in preparing and maintaining the service rota.
- Support the day-to-day management and development of the team.
- Represent the team as required by the Supported Living Registered Manager.
- Lead and support teams to provide quality person-centred services.
- Conduct regular property visits to monitor standards and staff performance.
- Ensure completion of actions related to quality and health & safety audits.
- Adhere to the organisation’s financial procedures.
- Liaise with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and Commissioners as needed.
- Ensure service users have documented support plans and risk assessments.
- Implement Health and Safety regulations and procedures.
- Respond to complaints or feedback promptly and constructively.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Must be a driver.
- Previous experience as a Deputy Manager or Registered Manager in a similar setting.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to develop and deliver training to staff.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and good practice in the sector.
- Flexibility to adapt to the needs of the service and service users.
- Commitment to continuous professional development.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Involvement in a wide range of service settings.