Assistant Care Manager

Staff Tree Recruitment Limited; Watford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Manager for their Supported Living service, offering a chance to support adults with varied needs. You'll work closely with the Service Manager, ensuring high-quality care and supervision of staff, alongside engaging in essential operational tasks. This permanent role offers a competitive salary, ongoing training, and a supportive management environment.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Supportive management and positive working environment

Company pension and employee benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within supported living or health & social care.
• Full UK driving license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Service Manager in day-to-day operations.
• Supervise and mentor support staff.
• Assist with care planning and risk assessments.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Understanding of safeguarding

Risk management

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

About The Role:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Assistant Manager to support the running of our Supported Living service. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual with a strong background in social care to take the next step in their career.

You will work closely with the Service Manager to ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centred support to adults with a range of needs, including learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, or physical disabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the Service Manager in the day-to-day operation of the supported living service.

Lead by example, promoting a culture of dignity, respect, and independence.

Supervise and mentor support staff, ensuring high standards of care and professional conduct.

Assist with care planning, risk assessments, and regular service reviews.

Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.

Contribute to staff recruitment, training, rotas, and performance management.

Liaise effectively with families, professionals, and external agencies.

Requirements:

Experience in a similar role within supported living or health & social care.

NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)

Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk management, and person-centred care.

Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Flexible approach to work, including availability for on-call duties when required.

Full UK driving license (preferred or required, depending on service location).

What We Offer:

Competitive salary with opportunities for progression.

Ongoing training and development.

Supportive management and a positive working environment.

Company pension and employee benefits scheme.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: 27,000.00- 29,000.00 per year