Deputy Manager

Priory Group; Stafford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Development opportunities

IPD sponsorship

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory Group is seeking a Deputy Manager at Leonards Croft in Stafford to support the Home Manager in leading a multidisciplinary team and ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance. The role offers ongoing training, professional development, and clear pathways into leadership and clinical positions.

The position is permanent, full-time, with a salary of £15.25 per hour. Priory provides a contributory pension, flexible benefits, and strong career development opportunities within a

Qualifications

• Experience in leadership roles within care settings.
• Ability to support and develop care plans.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager in leading the team and ensuring high standards of care and compliance.
• Assist qualified staff to deliver safe, person-centred support.
• Carry out day-to-day activities to promote wellbeing, dignity and independence.
• Contribute to creating a positive, supportive living environment for residents.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Care planning

Compliance

Staff development

Job description

Deputy Manager

Application Deadline: 30 September 2026

Department: Senior Management and Leadership

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Leonards Croft

Compensation: £15.25 / hour

Description

Leonards Croft is located in Stafford. We provide residential support for eight males and females who are autistic or have a learning disability, or both. The service is off a busy main road, around 15 minutes from the town centre.

The team at our home are committed to providing our residents with the skills needed to live an active and fulfilled life, as independently as possible.

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

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.