Deputy Manager
Role Overview
Join the new Elizabeth Close supported-living service in Oldland Common, supporting adults aged 18 and over with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs.
The Deputy Manager supports the Registered Manager with daily operations and helps lead a person-centred staff team.
The service comprises six self-contained homes; support is typically 1:1 or 2:1 depending on individual needs.
Full-time, 40 hours per week; up to £34,000 per annum. Shifts may include occasional evenings, weekends or on-call duties depending on service need.
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Role overview
Join the new Elizabeth Close supported-living service in Oldland Common, supporting adults aged 18 and over with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs.
The Deputy Manager supports the Registered Manager with daily operations and helps lead a person-centred staff team.
The service comprises six self-contained homes; support is typically 1:1 or 2:1 depending on individual needs.
Full-time, 40 hours per week; up to £34,000 per annum. Shifts may include occasional evenings, weekends or on-call duties depending on service need.
Responsibilities
- Support the Registered Manager with daily operational running of the service.
- Lead, supervise and develop staff to deliver high-quality, person-centred support.
- Embed Positive Behaviour Support approaches in everyday practice.
- Contribute to assessments, risk management and support planning.
- Oversee rota planning, shift coordination and staff allocation.
- Support multidisciplinary communication, family involvement and partnership working.
- Ensure accurate documentation, incident reporting and governance requirements.
- Help maintain a safe, structured and enabling environment for residents and staff.
Required experience
- Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities and/or autism.
- Experience working with behaviours that challenge or complex risks.
- Experience leading or supervising staff in a care or supported-living setting.
- Level 3 qualification in Positive Behaviour Support, or willingness to work towards it as part of the role.
Skills and attributes
- Calm, confident and resilient approach; strong communication and leadership skills.
- Able to model PBS-informed practice and oversee complex support plans and risk assessments.
- Proactive, organised and solution-focused; willing to work closely with the Registered Manager and wider MDT.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
About the service
The service supports adults moving from specialist hospitals or secure environments towards safe and independent community living.
Residents may have communication differences, mental health needs or forensic histories, as well as learning disabilities, autism and complex support needs.
The aim is to support successful resettlement, independence, meaningful routines and safe, fulfilling lives.
Benefits
- Company pension, refer-a-friend bonus of up to £1,000, full training including Positive Behaviour Support, and career progression opportunities.
- Other benefits include a Blue Light Card, a caring and collaborative culture, job security, flexibility and ongoing support.
About Agincare
Agincare is a UK care provider with more than 5,500 team members and services in more than 170 locations.
Its services include care and nursing homes, home care, extra care, supported living and live-in care.
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