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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Involvement in a wide range of service settings.