Deputy Manager Care

nationalcaregroup.com; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training and qualifications

Refer a Friend scheme

Stream app

Wellbeing support

Inclusive culture

Career development

Job summary

National Neurological Services in Manchester is recruiting a Deputy Manager to lead two specialist residential services. You will provide hands-on leadership alongside the Registered Manager, developing staff and delivering high-quality, person-centred care to residents with neurological conditions and brain injuries.

In this role you will coach teams, liaise with external agencies and ensure safe, compliant service delivery across Levenshulme and Middleton.

Qualifications

• Strong background in neurological conditions, mental health, or complex needs.
• Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification or equivalent.
• Proven leadership experience.
• Full clean UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work.

Responsibilities

• Motivate, lead and develop a passionate team.
• Ensure high-quality, person-led care across all services.
• Be visible, hands-on, and lead from the front.
• Deliver and monitor activities that support wellbeing and outcomes.
• Work in line with values, policies, and care standards.
• Build positive relationships with stakeholders, families, and professionals.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Team development

People management

Education

Health & Social Care Level 3

Job description

Job Introduction

Deputy Manager Care

Salary: £33,003 per annum

Service: National Neurological Services

Location: Manchester

The National Neurological Services are currently recruiting for a Deputy Manager for our Residential Services in Manchester.

This exciting role will work alongside the Registered Manager, providing leadership and operational support across two of our specialist residential services located in Levenshulme and Middleton.

At National Neurological Services we support people with Acquired Brain Injuries and Neurological conditions in their rehabilitation. We strive to achieve personal goals and endeavour to support individuals in regaining as much independence as possible following their injury or condition.

As Service Manager, you will play a key role in leading teams, maintaining excellent standards of care, and ensuring the continued success of both services.

About National Care Group

National Care Group is one of the UK’s leading providers of adult social care, supporting people with learning disabilities, mental health support needs, acquired brain injuries, autism and complex related needs. Its mission is to empower those it supports to lead their best life, enabling them the opportunity to unlock their full potential and live as independently as possible within their community.

We won Specialist Care Provider of the Year 2025 in the large group category at the National Care Awards! We Won Specialist Care Provider 2025! - National Care Group

That Is Why We Offer

• The opportunity to develop a career in a secure and fulfilling role at an organisation that values growing its team from within.
• You can continuously learn on the job with the benefit of paid training and the opportunity to gain recognised qualifications.
• You will work at an organisation that celebrates age, gender and diversity within an inclusive culture.
• The organisation promotes an environment of wellbeing with support for you to stay healthy and happy.
• The opportunity to earn rewards through a Refer a Friend scheme.
• Access to an app called Stream, enabling greater control over your finances.

The Deputy Manager Position

As Deputy Manager, you’ll lead and inspire a team to deliver truly person-centred support that unlocks potential and enhances lives.

You’ll manage our residential service, to ensure smooth, safe, high-quality service delivery whilst staying present with the people we support.

From coaching and leading your team to liaising with external agencies and keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes — this is a hands-on leadership role where no two days are ever the same.

About The Role

• Motivate, lead and develop a passionate team
• Ensure high-quality, person-led care across all services
• Be visible, hands-on, and lead from the front
• Deliver and monitor activities that support wellbeing and outcomes
• Work in line with values, policies, and care standards
• Build positive relationships with stakeholders, families, and professionals

About You

You’re not just experienced — you’re driven, compassionate, and ready to make an impact.

• Strong background in neurological conditions, mental health, or complex needs
• Level 3 or equivalent/ above qualification in Health & Social Care (or equivalent experience)
• Proven leadership
• Natural people‑leader with coaching and mentoring skills
• A full clean UK driving licence and access to a vehicle you can use for work
• Most importantly: you care. Deeply.

If you’re passionate about delivering life‑changing support and want to be part of a forward‑thinking, supportive organisation — we want to hear from you.