Assistant Service Care Lead - Assisted Living

Crooton; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive living service provider is seeking an Assistant Service Manager to lead and motivate teams in Clacton and Great Tey. The ideal candidate will have proven care sector experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to inspire others. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £26,768 per annum, with the chance to make a meaningful impact in the field of assisted living.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a senior professional within the care sector.
• A natural motivator with strong organizational and communication skills.
• Must have access to own transport.

Responsibilities

• Act as a role model and coach to support workers.
• Assist with supervision and rota management.
• Bring fresh ideas and make sound decisions under pressure.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication

Team leadership

Job description

Overview

Assistant Service Manager – Full-Time, (Assisted Living)

Location: Covering Clacton and Great Tey, Essex

Contract: Full-time, permanent

Salary: £26,768 per annum + enhancements & excellent benefits

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (occasional weekends required)

Are you an experienced Senior Care Professional ready for your next leadership challenge?

This is your chance to transition from the front line into a vital Assistant Service Manager role, leading and motivating teams across our supported living services in Clacton and Great Tey, Essex.

The Role

Assistant Service Manager – Full-Time, (Assisted Living)

We're looking for a forward-thinking, energetic, and passionate leader to support our Service Managers. You’ll be pivotal in ensuring exceptional, person-centred care for adults with learning and physical disabilities.

Key Focus Areas

• Team Leadership: Act as a role model and coach to our dedicated support workers, championing best practice and developing a thriving team culture.
• Operational Excellence: Assist with managerial duties like supervision and rota management, ensuring high compliance standards and meeting key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Innovation: Bring fresh ideas and the confidence to make sound decisions under pressure.

Essentials

• Proven experience as a senior professional within the care sector.
• A natural motivator with strong organizational and communication skills.
• Must have access to own transport due to the limited public transport links at our Great Tey service location.

Ready to inspire, lead, and grow in a role that truly matters? Apply Today!

Why Choose Us?

This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to make a lasting, meaningful impact and progress your leadership career.

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