Deputy Home Manager

Priory Group; Cocker Bar; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Flexible benefits

Development opportunities

IPD sponsorship

Leadership development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory Group is seeking a Deputy Home Manager for Bannister Farm in Leyland, Lancashire, to support the Home Manager in delivering high-quality care.

The role combines leadership with hands-on support, focusing on tailored care plans, risk assessments, audits, and compliance, with a 40-hour week (split 20 hours supernumerary and 20 hours on support).

You will join a multidisciplinary team, with training and clear progression, in a residential care home serving autistic adults.

Qualifications

• Experience as a senior care worker or deputy/leadership role in a residential setting.
• Ability to lead a team, drive high-quality care and compliance.
• Organised, proactive and confident with risk assessments and audits.

Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager in delivering high-quality care and ensuring standards.
• Assist qualified staff to provide safe, person-centred support.
• Lead day-to-day activities promoting wellbeing, dignity and independence.
• Help create a positive, supportive environment where residents thrive.

Job description

Deputy Home Manager

Department: Senior Management and Leadership

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Bannister Farm

Compensation: £15.25 / hour

Description

Bannister Farm £15.25 per hour Full Time – 40 Hours - this is a split role with 20 hours supernumerary and 20 hours on support.

Bannister Farm is located in Leyland, in Lancashire. Our home offers residential support to five autistic adults, who may also have a learning disability. The home is located off a main road, in a pleasant neighbourhood.

We can also support those who have:

• Difficulties with communication
• Mild to moderate behaviours that challenge
• Epilepsy
• Some mental health needs

What you'll be doing

Are you an experienced care professional looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a dedicated Deputy Home Manager to support the Home Manager in leading our team and ensuring the highest standards of care, compliance, and service. In return, you'll benefit from the support of a knowledgeable and experienced multidisciplinary care team, with access to ongoing training, professional development, and excellent opportunities for career progression.

In this role, you’ll play a vital part in delivering high-quality care by:

• Supporting the assessment and implementation of tailored care plans
• Assisting qualified staff to deliver safe, effective, and person-centred support
• Carrying out day-to-day activities that promote wellbeing, dignity, and independence
• Helping create a positive, supportive environment where residents can thrive

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

• You’ve worked as a Senior Support Worker, Team Leader, or Deputy Manager and are ready for the next step.
• You’re a natural leader — approachable, supportive, and great at bringing out the best in others.
• You’re passionate about high-quality care and know how important it is to residents and their families.
• You’re organised, proactive, and confident in managing the practical side of care (risk assessments, audits, compliance).

Most importantly, you care deeply about people — both the residents we support and the colleagues you’ll be working alongside.

This position is a leadership role at Priory and during the interview process we will be assessing candidates against our leadership behaviours. These are a set of ten values driven behaviours that define great leadership at Priory. They are integral to driving a positive high performing culture where we strive to deliver the best care and outcomes for the people we support. You can find out more about our interview approach and our leadership behaviours here.

What we will give you in return

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.

• 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.