Deputy Manager – Adult Learning Disabilities – Residential Care

Deputy Manager – Learning Disabilities (Residential Service)
Dewsbury, West Yorkshire
£14.10 per hour | 40 hours per week
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm (Supernumerary Role)
On-Call: Shared with Service Manager

Are you an experienced Deputy Manager or Senior Support Worker ready to take the next step in your career?

We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and compassionate Deputy Manager to join a residential service supporting seven adults with learning disabilities, autism spectrum conditions, and mental health needs. Located close to Dewsbury town centre, this CQC-rated Good service offers a supportive environment for both residents and staff.

About the Role

As Deputy Manager, you’ll work closely with the Service Manager to ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care in accordance with CQC regulations. This is a supernumerary role, offering the opportunity to focus on leadership, staff development, compliance, and continuous improvement.

You'll be responsible for helping lead and support a team of 24 staff, including bank workers, playing an active role in service development and on-call duties as part of the management team.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Service Manager in the day-to-day running of the service.
• Ensure high standards of care planning, medication administration, and safeguarding.
• Motivate and manage staff through supervision, mentoring, and training.
• Participate in the on-call rota to provide out-of-hours support.
• Foster a supportive, inclusive, and engaging environment for both residents and staff.
• Promote community involvement and continuous service improvement.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Experienced in residential or supported living services (background in either is welcome).
• Committed to delivering outstanding care with a person-centred approach.
• Confident in managing staff and handling operational responsibilities.
• Knowledgeable in regulatory standards and CQC frameworks.
• NVQ Level 3 qualified (with a willingness to work towards Level 5 if not already held).
• Organised, proactive, and an excellent communicator.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary at £14.10 per hour
• 28 days annual leave
• Enhanced DBS cost covered
• Comprehensive induction & ongoing training
• Online employee benefits and cashback rewards
• SMART pension scheme
• Excellent opportunities for personal and professional development

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]