Deputy Learning Disability and Autism Manager

Halcyon Health and Social Care are excited to announce that we are working with a client who has an exceptional opportunity arise for an experienced Deputy Manager in the Taunton area. This is an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to assist in the developing of a "gold star" service from the start.

As a Deputy Manager, you will be working alongside their Registered Manager who has over 10 years of experience in the social care sector, specialising in Positive Behavioural Support.

The home will be registered to support up to four adults who have complex support needs – this may be mental health needs, autism, emotional and behavioural difficulties, and/or mild to moderate learning disabilities.

We are looking for someone who can truly believes in their values which are:-

We are Passionate & Ambitious - we strongly believe in doing what we do, to the best of our ability - even if nobody is watching, and even when it’s not easy! We set our sights high and challenge ourselves. We share our interests, experiences, and aspirations to help us collectively grow and develop.

We Celebrate Every Success - some days you get the big wins, and some days you only get the small wins - we believe it’s important to celebrate both. Life can be tricky sometimes, and when it is, celebrating the small things keeps us happy, focussed, and motivated. Celebrating doesn’t necessarily mean having a party every night! It means acknowledging went things went well, how hard someone tried, praising strength of character, or even saying to someone “Well done for trying!"

We Are Accepting & Respectful - Every person has something unique and interesting about them – we embrace individuality and diversity. We help each other practically and emotionally, however we can. We respect differences of taste, opinion, and experience and admire people for their individuality. We are kind, polite and treat everyone the way we’d like to be treated, too. 

We Are Curious & Reflective - we always seek to understand the reason or meaning behind a particular behaviour or emotion. By applying this curiosity without judgement towards ourselves and others, we can begin to reflect upon the reasons for responding or behaving in the way that we do. By reflecting, we can process our experiences and learn from them.

We Are Empathetic - we understand the importance of empathy, and ensure we are demonstrating it in all our interactions and approaches. Empathy allows us to bond with other people and deepen our connection with them – this will involve understanding others’ perspectives, feeling what other people are feeling and showing compassion toward others. Being connected to other people in this way is great for our wellbeing and happiness, expands our world view and ensures we are proactively meeting the needs of those around us.

Role and Responsibilities as a Deputy Manager:

• Reporting to our Registered Manager, you will provide close support to manage the service effectively and efficiently.
• Demonstrate a positive outlook and ability to see beyond any behaviours of concern and work towards the progression and development of the individuals we support.
• Work in partnership with external agencies.
• Become a certified PROACT-SCIPr-UK® Instructor, to enable us to minimise the use of restrictive interventions and use them safely and proportionally, where absolutely necessary.

Key Qualities we look for:

• At least 2 years experience working as Deputy Manager in an adult learning disability home or similar.
• Extensive experience managing a team.
• Have achieved the Level 3 Leadership and Management Diploma, with a willingness to work towards Level 5 (if not already obtained).
• Knowledge and understanding of Positive Behavioural Support and Trauma Informed Practice.
• Can demonstrate solid practice leadership and support the team to create an exceptional service.
• A full, valid, UK driving licence and access to your own transport.
• Willingness to drive the home vehicle as and when required.

Benefits:

• Annual Leave: You will receive 33 days per annum, plus an extra day off on your birthday!
• Additional leave: at 2 years and 5 years’ service.
• An industry leading induction and welcome programme.
• Pension: Auto enrolment into our Company pension.
• Your Wellbeing: Excellent health and wellbeing benefits including Private Medical Insurance, an employee assistance programme; a cash back healthcare plan that offers discounts on optical, dental, and a range of complimentary therapies; 24/7 access to a virtual GP, and other lifestyle apps to support your wellbeing and discounted gym memberships.
• Life Assurance: of 2 times annual salary.
• Discounts: A range of discount schemes with access to savings on high street brands, restaurants, cinemas, and other leisure outlets, including local businesses following feedback from our employees.