Deputy Addictions Services Manager

Priory; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Birthday Holiday

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension

Flexible benefits

IPD sponsorship

Leadership development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory Group in the UK is seeking a Deputy Addictions Services Manager at Horizon House to lead a dedicated team on-site. This permanent, full-time role (37.5 hours) sits within the Senior Management and Leadership department and offers hands-on governance and clinical supervision to support recovery pathways.

The successful candidate will oversee assessment and care planning, regulatory compliance, budgeting, and service development, ensuring high-quality outcomes for residents in Flourish and

Qualifications

• Significant experience working within addiction and substance misuse services.
• Strong understanding of recovery models and relapse prevention.
• Knowledge of regulatory and procedural requirements across service management.

Responsibilities

• Assist with assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans.
• Maintain reports, records and governance processes to statutory standards.
• Oversee service provision, budgets and staff supervision in the absence of the manager.
• Support safeguarding culture and drive continuous improvement in care delivery.

Skills

Addictions services experience

Governance & compliance

Budget management

Leadership

Job description

Deputy Addictions Services Manager

Department: Senior Management and Leadership

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Horizon House

Compensation: £28,000 - £30,000 / year

Description

Priory Horizon House is looking to recruit a Deputy Addictions Service Manager to join the team. This is a full time role of 37.5 hours based on site.
It is home to Flourish – our pioneering therapy-led addiction programme – offering bespoke treatment for a wide range of addictions in a calm, homely environment. Set within a supportive community, Horizon House provides a safe haven away from the stresses of daily life, forming part of our wider network of residential addiction treatment homes across the UK.

Delivered by qualified therapists in a non-medical setting, Flourish offers an alternative to traditional hospital-based treatment. It’s ideal for people who don’t need a medical detox or ongoing medical care but would benefit from structured therapy, community connection, and practical tools to achieve meaningful, sustainable recovery.

Key Responsibilities

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.

• Contributing to, or being responsible for, elements of the assessment, planning and implementation of support for people who use the service (or potential new admissions), including meeting general care needs, maximizing independence and community participation as appropriate, in conjunction with the service user and their advocates.
• Contributing to the proper maintenance of all reports and records in order to ensure compliance with good practice guidelines and legislative, statutory and organisational requirements, including but not limited to health and safety, personnel data, care plans, staff supervisions.
• Contributing to the implementation, embedding and sustaining of governance processes.
• Promotes a Positive safeguarding and learning culture, where there is openness, honesty and transparency.

You can find additional information in the attached job description

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.
The successful candidate will have significant experience working within addiction and substance misuse services, with a strong understanding of recovery models, relapse prevention, and trauma-informed care.
The candidate will be required to demonstrate an up-to-date working knowledge of regulatory and procedural requirements across all aspects of service management and service user support plans, ensuring full compliance with both internal and external standards, as evidenced through inspections, monitoring visits, and audits. You will need proven experience in overseeing key areas of service provision and, in the manager’s absence, taking responsibility for the overall service, including coordinating and delivering support for service users. Additionally, you will need to have a good understanding of budgets and, ideally, the ability to develop and implement marketing plans, alongside an appreciation of the benefits of public relations activity and its positive impact within a care home environment.
For more information about the role, you can email [e-mail]

Job Benefits

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Free on-site parking
• Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.