Deputy Manager

SeeAbility; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading disability charity in Abingdon is seeking a Deputy Manager to oversee operations across two homes. The role involves supporting the Registered Manager in ensuring compliance with care standards and leading a team of support workers. Candidates should have experience in care settings, particularly in supporting individuals with learning disabilities. This position offers a competitive salary and various benefits including a bonus scheme and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)

Organisational sick pay

Pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Free eye tests and discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Must have a valid manual UK driving licence.
• Legal right to live and work in the UK required.
• Experience in assessing and supporting new individuals.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in overseeing service compliance.
• Lead and manage support workers including supervision and training.
• Ensure care plans are person-centred and regularly reviewed.

Skills

Experience with individuals with learning disabilities

Supervisory or management experience

Understanding of safeguarding and risk management

Excellent communication skills

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

NVQ Level 5 (desirable)

Job description

Role Description

Deputy Manager (2 sites) – Make Every Day Matter! Abingdon and Didcot, Oxfordshire. Salary: £33,774 per annum (£17.32 per hour) plus benefits. Hours: 37.5 per week, permanent. Requires a manual UK driving licence. No visa sponsorship.

About the role

You will work closely with the Registered Manager to ensure smooth day‑to‑day running of the services at Abingdon and Didcot. You will lead by example, supporting and supervising a team of support workers to deliver high‑quality, personalised care that promotes independence, dignity and choice.

What you’ll need

• Experience working with individuals with learning disabilities, autism and PBS needs.
• Previous supervisory or management experience in a care and support setting.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk management and person‑centred care.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (equivalent); Level 5 desirable.
• Strong English communication skills (spoken & written) and ability to produce written reports.
• Experience working within a PBS framework is an advantage.
• Experience in assessing and supporting new people.
• A valid manual UK driving licence.
• The legal right to live and work in the UK.
• Statutory guidance and CQC regulations exposure.
• An understanding of supported living regulatory standards.
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of health and safety legislation.

What you’ll be doing

• Support the Registered Manager in overseeing the service and ensuring compliance with CQC standards.
• Lead, motivate and manage support workers, including supervision, training and performance reviews.
• Ensure care plans are person‑centred and regularly reviewed.
• Promote a positive and inclusive environment for the people we support.
• Respond to incidents and safeguarding concerns appropriately.
• Build strong relationships with families, professionals and external agencies.

Who you’ll be supporting

Two homes in Abingdon and Didcot supporting a diverse group of individuals with autism, learning disabilities, complex needs and behaviour challenges. The team works together to provide individualised support and promote independence.

Benefits

• Annual Excellence Awards – celebrate impact.
• Long Service Awards – recognition every 5 years.
• Development discussions – your growth matters.
• Leadership Development Academy – take your next step.
• 28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays) rising to 36 days with long service.
• Life events leave – time off when it matters most.
• Organisational sick pay – 2 weeks after 6 months, up to 12 weeks over 3 years.
• Buy or sell annual leave.
• Enhanced family‑friendly pay – paid fertility leave.
• Carers leave.
• £500 monthly bonus draw – two lucky winners every month.
• Blue Light Card – retail discounts & cashback.
• Access to tickets for good.
• Pay reviews – competitive rates.
• Pension scheme with tools to plan future.
• Paid DBS & renewals.
• Season ticket loans.
• Advance pay & savings via Wagestream.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Life assurance – 2× annual salary.
• 24/7 employee assistance programme.
• Free eye tests, discounted gym membership, in‑house wellbeing coach.

Your Well‑being & Development

We provide development opportunities for your personal and professional growth, including regular discussions and access to a leadership development academy.

About Us

Registered as The Royal School for the Blind, SeeAbility is one of the oldest disability charities in the UK, pioneering specialist support since 1799. We specialise in supporting people with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs and sight loss, providing person‑centred support across supported‑living and residential care provisions.

Safeguarding and Welfare

SeeAbility is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. All staff uphold this commitment and have a strong understanding of their safeguarding roles. Our recruitment process includes DBS checks, identity confirmation, health declarations and references.

Diversity

We welcome applications from individuals of all identities, including those from under‑represented groups and those with a disability or neurodivergent condition. We are an Equality Opportunity Employer and offer reasonable adjustments during recruitment and the role itself to ensure fairness.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SeeAbility is an Equality Opportunity Employer. We are a Disability Confidence Employer and offer an inclusive workplace for all staff.

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