Deputy Manager

ivolve Care & Support; Swansea; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Swansea is seeking a Deputy Manager to support the management of care services. This role involves ensuring high standards of care, motivating staff, and maintaining compliance with care regulations. Ideal candidates will have leadership experience and relevant qualifications. The position offers a full-time contract with opportunities for professional development and a strong focus on employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for professional development

Commitment to employee wellbeing

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with adults with complex needs.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills required.
• Knowledge of relevant care regulations and quality frameworks necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager in leading day-to-day operations.
• Ensure high standards of care and safety.
• Play a key role in quality assurance and compliance.

Skills

Experience with adults with complex needs

Leadership skills

Knowledge of care regulations

IT systems usage

Rota management experience

Familiarity with Positive Behaviour Support

Full UK driving licence

Education

NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Overview

Hours: Full-time, 41.5 hours per week (Monday to Sunday on a rota basis)

Salary: £30,000 per annum

Main duties of the job

About the Role: As Deputy Manager, you will support the Home Manager in leading the day-to-day running of the service. You will ensure high standards of care, safety, and wellbeing for the people we support, while motivating and developing your team to deliver person-centred care in line with regulatory frameworks and organisational values.

You will play a key role in quality assurance, team management, rota planning, and maintaining compliance with CIW and RISCA standards.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience working with adults with complex needs, learning disabilities or autism
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• Knowledge of relevant care regulations and quality frameworks
• Confident using IT systems and managing care records
• Experience managing rotas and commissioned hours
• Familiarity with Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
• Full UK driving licence or reliable access to transport

About us

Why Work With Us

Heathfield Lodge is part of ivolve Care & Support, one of the UKs leading providers of care for adults with complex needs. We are proud to have been recognised as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024.

We offer a supportive working environment, opportunities for professional development, and a strong commitment to employee wellbeing.

If you are a compassionate and motivated nurse leader looking to make a genuine difference, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to join a values-driven organisation and help shape the future of care at Heathfield Lodge

Person Specification

Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.