Care Deputy Manager

Consensus; Leigh on Sea; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community care organization in Leigh on Sea is seeking a Deputy Manager to support the Service Manager in delivering high-quality care. The role includes providing leadership, engaging individuals in meaningful activities, and managing the daily operations of the service. The ideal candidate will embrace creativity and kindness in their work. Benefits include career progression opportunities and financial perks.

Benefits

Career ladder opportunities

Learning and development support

Life assurance

Financial benefits and discounts

Health and wellbeing support

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to colleagues and support the Service Manager.
• Help people engage in meaningful opportunities and activities.
• Manage and deliver high-quality care using a person-centred approach.
• Get involved in the community and support during leisure activities.
• Communicate appropriately, considering individual communication needs.

Job description

Consensus is not just a care provider - we’re a community of amazing people dedicated to inspiring and empowering people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. If you’re looking for a career where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, then this may be the job for you.

Role: Deputy Manager

Salary: £12.46 - £12.76 per hour

Service: Southwold House, SS9 1HJ

Your Benefits

• Career Ladder: Our dedicated career ladder provides clear opportunities for your future progression.
• Learning & Development: Support your personal and professional growth with training and qualifications to enable you to achieve your full potential.
• Financial Benefits: Life Assurance of twice your annual basic salary. Withdraw a percentage of your wages as you earn them before payday with Wagestream. Access to Discounts from over 150 retailers.
• Health & Wellbeing: From confidential telephone counselling, dedicated wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme.

Your Role

• Provide leadership to colleagues within the team and support the Service Manager in the daily management & running of the service.
• Help the people we support to engage in meaningful opportunities and activities - empowering them to enjoy a great life filled with amazing experiences.
• Manage, deliver & lead high-quality care as part of the team using a person centred approach.
• Get involved in the community, support during leisure and social activities, and celebrate special occasions.
• Communicate appropriately, considering individual communication needs, and helping people to communicate effectively with others.

Your Service

Southwold House is a social, supportive home offering people different levels of care depending on their individual needs. With a mix of private flats and rooms, everyone gets to enjoy their own space and privacy, whilst also being encouraged and supported to be an active part of the household and be involved in cooking, cleaning and making decisions about how the home is run.

Your Values

• We will always act with kindness.
• Stay committed to the people who rely on us.
• Embrace creativity in the way we work and grow.

Next Steps

• Once you’ve applied our dedicated in-house recruitment team will call to share more about the role.
• The next step will be an interview in the service, where you’ll meet the team and the people we support.
• If successful, we’ll organise your Free DBS Check and references prior to confirming your start date.
• Your journey will then begin with a 3-day online induction, before heading to the service to get started.

At Consensus, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, colour, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, religion or any other characteristic protected by law. Join us at Consensus Support Services, where your unique perspective is valued, and every individual has the opportunity to succeed.