Deputy Service Manager

gap healthcare is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Deputy Service Manager. 

Are you looking for a meaningful career? Do you want the opportunity to become a dedicated manager, helping individuals with learning disabilities live the best life possible? The client is recruiting for a Deputy Service Manager to support adults with learning disabilities. In this role, you will assist the Service Manager in nurturing and inspiring staff to ensure top-notch support services. This position also offers excellent opportunities for career progression, allowing you to develop your knowledge and skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Service Manager in maintaining high standards of clinical and personal support.
• Promote independence and choice for the people supported in the service.
• Manage and ensure the delivery of the service’s quality and safety priorities.
• Directly supervise and line manage a team of Support Workers.
• Promote and lead good practice, ensuring the safety and satisfaction of the people supported.
• Perform on-call shifts during out-of-office hours.
• Work 20% of weekly hours on shift across assigned services.
• Maintain continual feedback to the Service Manager focusing on quality and continuous improvement.
• Hold delegated responsibility in key areas of the day-to-day running of the supported living service.

Benefits:

• Annual Leave: 33 days (including 8 statutory bank holidays)
• Apprenticeships: Fully funded Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management within the first 12-18 months.
• Training: Access to award-winning training and development programs.
• Wagestream: Flexible access to your pay throughout the month via a dedicated app.
• Aviva Digicare + workplace: Wellbeing services including health checks, Digital GP, and mental health support.
• TELUS Health: 24/7 confidential counselling and support platform.
• Discounted Mobile Phone Contracts: Up to 30% off via Vodafone’s Employee Advantage program.
• Care Friends: Employee referral app, earn money for referring friends.
• Free Life Assurance: 3x your annual salary.

Requirements:

• Significant, recent experience at a front-line management level in the field of learning disabilities within regulated services.
• Knowledge of legislation and guidance related to adults with learning disabilities, CQC regulations, and Health and Safety issues.
• Proficient IT skills and experience in maintaining records.
• Hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care or a Level 3 diploma with a willingness to undertake the Level 5 apprenticeship qualification within 18 months.
• Ability to lead and manage people, acting as a role model in all aspects of people leadership.
• Full UK driving license with access to your own vehicle.

If your are interested in this opportunity, please get in touch!