Deputy Manager - Mental Health

Active Pathways Ltd.; Preston; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days annual leave

Refer a Friend £500

Health Cash Plan

Workplace pension

Blue Light Card

Free DBS checks

On-site parking

Lunch provided

Job summary

Active Pathways Ltd is seeking a Deputy Manager to join Brook House in Chorley and South Grove House in Preston. You will lead day-to-day operations, mentor staff and ensure high standards of care in a Mental Health Supported Living and Autism service.

The role requires at least three years of leadership in health or social care, strong safeguarding knowledge, and a full driving licence. Salary £31,000–£35,000, with benefits and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in health and social care with complex needs.
• At least three years’ leadership and management experience at deputy level or above.
• Strong understanding of CQC standards and safeguarding processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership, mentoring and coaching to staff teams.
• Ensure compliance with CQC regulations, contractual requirements and governance.
• Act as Safeguarding Lead and deputise for the Service Manager when required.
• Drive high-quality, person-centred care through planning, clinical oversight and recovery-focused interventions.
• Work with external agencies, commissioners and MDT members to ensure positive outcomes.
• Support the Service Manager with KPIs, audits, action plans and regulatory reporting.
• Promote a positive, inclusive culture with safeguarding, whistleblowing and staff wellbeing.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Education

NVQ Health and Social Care

Driving licence

Job description

Dual Service Deputy Manager

Location:Brook House – Chorley PR6 7EH & South Grove House – Fullwood PR2 9RY
Service Type: Mental Health Supported Living & Autism & Mental HealthResidential Care Home
Hours:Monday to Friday: 9am to 5pm, with flexibility to support service needs.
Salary:£31,000 to £35,000 per annum depending on experience and remit.

Active Pathways are seeking a Deputy Manager to join our Brook House and South Grove teams in Chorley and Preston following internal progression. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a varied and rewarding role, supporting people to live as independently as possible, achieve their goals, and improve their quality of life.

We are proud to be recognised for providing extraordinary support and for celebrating the positivity, individuality, and ambition of each person we care for.

The Best Bits

• Annual leave of 35days, including bank holidays
• Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £500 per referral
• Health Cash Plan – covers dental, optical, virtual GP, counselling, and includes discounted gym membership
• Workplace pension scheme
• Free Blue Light Card membership
• Free enhanced DBS checks, on-site parking, and lunch (for site-based roles)

What You Will Be Doing

As Deputy Manager, you will:

• Provide day-to-day leadership, mentoring and coaching to staff teams.
• Ensure compliance with CQC regulations, contractual requirements, and Active Pathways’ governance structure.
• Act as Safeguarding Lead and deputise for the Service Manager when required.
• Drive high‑quality, person‑centred care through effective planning, clinical oversight, and recovery-focused interventions.
• Work with external agencies, commissioners and MDT members to ensure positive outcomes for the people we support.
• Support the Service Manager with KPIs, audits, action plans and regulatory reporting.
• Promote a positive and inclusive culture, ensuring best practice in safeguarding, whistleblowing and staff wellbeing.

About You

We are looking for someone who can bring:

• Experience working in health and social care with people with complex mental health needs, learning disabilities and/or autism.
• At least three years’ leadership and management experience at a deputy level (or above) within a health or social care setting.
• Strong organisational and project management skills with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• A sound understanding of CQC standards, safeguarding processes, and current legislation including the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.
• The resilience, creativity, and values-based leadership style needed to deliver high‑quality, person‑centred care.

Essential qualifications: Educated to NVQ level (or equivalent) in Health and Social Care.A full driving licence is also required.

Desirable: Leadership/management qualification, budget management experience.

About The Services

Brook House is a 13‑bed supported living service providing person‑centred support for individuals with mental health needs, learning disabilities, and/or autism. With 24‑hour staffing and a passionate multi‑disciplinary team, Brook House helps residents build independence and work towards recovery.

South Grove House provides tailored residential care for men aged 18+ with autism, mental health conditions, and complex needs. The service supports individuals transitioning from hospital or stepping up from other settings, empowering them to build skills and confidence in a structured and supportive environment.

Our Core Benefits:

• Supportive and friendly team environment with ongoing training and development.
• Workplace pension scheme.
• Free Blue Light Card membership.
• Funded Professional Membership – where relevant to your role.
• Career Development – structured support through our Your Pathway, Your Future development programme.
• Free enhanced DBS checks and on‑site parking

About Active Pathways

Active Pathways Ltd has been providing mental health, learning disability and rehabilitation services across Lancashire and Yorkshire for over 20 years. We are dedicated to delivering recovery-focused services in safe, innovative, and inspiring environments.

With a people‑first culture, our work is recognised through our Investors in People Gold Accreditation and strong CQC ratings.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know – we want you to feel supported to be at your best.

If this sounds like the next step you’ve been looking for, we’d love to hear from you.

* While this day may not always fall on your exact birthday due to service needs or non‑working days, you can take it anytime within three months of your birthday.