Deputy Manager – Learning Disabilities (Residential Service)
Location: Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire
Salary: £29,400 per annum
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm (Flexibility required)
On-Call: 1 in 4 weeks (shared within the management team)
A well-established and reputable adult social care provider is looking for a committed and experienced Deputy Manager to join a residential care service in Sutton-in-Ashfield that supports adults with learning disabilities, complex needs, and mental health conditions.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a home currently undergoing major refurbishment and service improvement, under the leadership of a new, supportive management team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home
- Ensure delivery of person-centred care in line with regulatory standards
- Oversee care planning, risk assessments, and support documentation
- Support and mentor staff in care documentation and compliance
- Participate in audits, inspections, and ongoing service improvement plans
- Administer and monitor medication in line with protocols
- Ensure safe recruitment practices (in line with Regulation 19)
- Lead and participate in resident activities and community engagement
- Act as senior contact in the absence of the Registered Manager
- Build strong relationships with residents, families, and external professionals
About the Service:
- Residential home for adults with learning disabilities and complex needs
- Recently rated Requires Improvement (RI) – with action plans in place
- Strong occupancy (currently 9 of 9 beds filled) and a long waiting list
- Undergoing major refurbishment to improve facilities and living environment
- Supported by a new, experienced Registered Manager
What We’re Looking For:
- Proven experience as a Deputy Manager, Team Leader, or Senior Support Worker in a residential or supported living
- NVQ Level 5 in Health & Social Care (or working towards it with Level 3 and 2+ years' experience)
- Strong understanding of CQC standards, care planning, and medication protocols
- Ability to lead by example, inspire staff, and maintain high care standards
- Excellent organisation, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Flexible and adaptable, with a hands-on approach to leadership
Employee Benefits:
- Competitive holiday allowance (increasing with length of service)
- Flexible working with enhanced overtime opportunities
- Lifestyle discounts – from groceries to fashion and utilities
- Company pension scheme
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme with counselling and GP access
- Access to discounted Health Cash Plans
- Mental health support through specialist services
- Paid DBS check
- Extensive training and funded qualifications (NVQs, Care Certificate)
- Employee referral scheme
- Financial wellbeing support including credit union partnership
- Career development and clear progression pathways
RECOMMENDATIONS
Compass Associates Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy; we offer £200 of John Lewis vouchers for each successful recommendation.
CONTACT DETAILS
If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity or would like to request a full job description, please contact Laura Bloomfield on 0161 667 6797 or alternatively email [email protected]
