Deputy Manager: Lead People in Supported Living

SeeAbility; Epsom and Ewell; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation arranged

Travel expenses covered

Job summary

SeeAbility is seeking a Deputy Manager for its Holbury, Hampshire, supported living service. You will back the Registered Manager, lead a dedicated team of Support Workers, and drive person-centred care and safeguarding across daily operations.

You will supervise staff, develop plans, and ensure risk assessments are accurate while promoting a safe, inclusive environment aligned with CQC standards. Training and DBS checks are part of the process.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people with learning disabilities, autism, ABI, mental health needs or physical disabilities.
• Experience in a Senior Support Worker, Team Leader, Deputy Manager, or similar.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment and person-centred support.
• Understanding of CQC regulations and supported living standards.
• Strong communication, organisation and report-writing skills.
• Full UK manual driving licence.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent).
• Level 5 qualification, or willingness to work towards one, would be beneficial.
• Experience of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the service.
• Leading, motivating, and developing a team of Support Workers.
• Conducting supervisions and supporting staff performance and development.
• Ensuring support plans and risk assessments are accurate, person-centred, and regularly reviewed.
• Promoting a safe, positive, and inclusive environment.
• Responding appropriately to incidents, concerns, and safeguarding matters.
• Building strong partnerships with families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies.
• Helping to ensure the service remains compliant with CQC and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Report writing

Coaching

Team leadership

Safeguarding

Risk assessment

Education

NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care

Level 5 qualification

Job description

SeeAbility is seeking a Deputy Manager for its Holbury, Hampshire, supported living service. You will back the Registered Manager, lead a dedicated team of Support Workers, and drive person-centred care and safeguarding across daily operations.

You will supervise staff, develop plans, and ensure risk assessments are accurate while promoting a safe, inclusive environment aligned with CQC standards. Training and DBS checks are part of the process.