Deputy Manager

Career Makers; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Annual leave

Pension scheme

Performance bonus

On-call pay

DBS funded

Training & qualifications

Career progression

Real Living Wage

Job summary

CareerMakers is recruiting for an experienced Deputy Manager on behalf of a well-established residential care provider in Suffolk. The role is based in Ipswich and involves leading a team to deliver person-centred care.

You will support the Registered Manager, supervise staff, manage care plans and ensure compliance with CQC standards. NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care is essential, with a track record in supervising care teams.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care is essential.
• Experience supervising, leading or managing care teams is required.
• Previous experience in a residential care setting is preferred, especially supporting older people.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with day-to-day running and operational management of the home.
• Lead, motivate and develop staff teams, promoting a positive working environment.
• Support recruitment, staff induction, supervision and ongoing development.
• Ensure care plans, risk assessments and documentation are accurate and up to date.
• Support CQC compliance and maintain high standards of care.
• Participate in the management on-call rota.

Skills

Staff supervision

Leadership

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Position: Deputy Manager

Location: Ipswich, Suffolk

Salary: from £34,500 per annum (DOE)

Hours: Full Time – 40 hours per week

CareerMakers is currently recruiting for an experienced Deputy Manager on behalf of a well-established residential care provider in Suffolk.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Team Leader or existing Deputy Manager looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive residential care environment.

The service supports 10 adults with learning disabilities, providing high-quality, person-centred care in a welcoming home environment. The provider is committed to promoting independence, dignity and choice, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and achieving outstanding care standards.

Benefits as a Deputy Manager:

• Competitive pay increase with longevity
• Generous paid annual leave
• Company pension scheme.
• Performance-related bonus scheme.
• Additional payment for participation in the management on-call rota.
• Funded DBS check.
• Funded training and nationally recognised qualifications.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Rotas planned in advance to support work-life balance.
• Supportive management team.
• Real Living Wage accredited employer.

Responsibilities as a Deputy Manager:

• Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running and operational management of the home.
• Lead, motivate and develop staff teams, promoting a positive working environment.
• Support recruitment, staff induction, supervision and ongoing development.
• Ensure care plans, risk assessments and documentation are accurate and up to date.
• Support CQC compliance and maintain high standards of care.
• Participate in the management on-call rota.

Requirements as a Deputy Manager:

• Previous experience within a residential care setting, ideally supporting older people.
• Experience supervising, leading or managing care teams.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (essential).

This position does not offer any sponsorship