Deputy Manager, Mental Health Care Service

Active Care Group Recruitment; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Blackburn is seeking a Deputy Manager to oversee service provision and ensure compliance with relevant legislation. Responsibilities include staff supervision, resource management, and training. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience in health and social care, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to high-quality service delivery. A supportive work environment offering various employee benefits is provided.

Benefits

25 days plus bank holidays

Birthday off

Active Learning Hub for training and development

Active Reward App for discounts

Free 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme

Nest Personal Pension account

Medicash Health Plan access

Active Awards programme for outstanding behaviours

Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits

Refer a Friend Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year's supervisory experience in health and social care.
• Full working knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act, DoLS, and Safeguarding frameworks.
• Ability to manage challenging situations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure required resources for service users.
• Monitor service provision for compliance.
• Support in staff training and induction.
• Conduct staff supervisions and appraisals.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-confidence

Education

Level 3 NVQ or QCF Diploma in Health & Social Care

Working towards Level 5 Diploma

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Blackburn is seeking a Deputy Manager to oversee service provision and ensure compliance with relevant legislation. Responsibilities include staff supervision, resource management, and training. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience in health and social care, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to high-quality service delivery. A supportive work environment offering various employee benefits is provided.