Deputy Manager Residential Support - Adults

Bright Futures Care Limited; Urmston; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization in Urmston is seeking a Deputy Manager to oversee daily operations and support a team in delivering high-quality care for adults with autism and learning disabilities. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, experience in care management, and a Level 2 Adult Care Worker qualification. Key benefits include a salary of up to £35,254.90, healthcare cashback, staff bonuses, and free meals during shifts.

Benefits

Healthcare Cashback

Referral rewards up to £1,000

Employee of the Month awards

Free meals on shift

Life assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• At least 2 years operational experience in a senior care role.
• Previous mentor, Team Lead or supervisory experience.
• A full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Support with day-to-day operations and compliance.
• Lead and supervise the support team.
• Oversee the delivery of personalised care plans.
• Conduct audits and quality checks.
• Liaise with families and external stakeholders.

Skills

Operational management

Leadership

Positive Behaviour Support

Team supervision

Compliance with CQC regulations

Education

Level 2 Adult Care Worker Qualification or equivalent

Level 3 qualification in social care

Job description

Job Role

Our home, Davyhulmein Urmston, Manchesteris one of our new purpose built, state of the art residential homes in South Manchester supporting 5 adults with autism and learning disabilities to be independent and achieve their own individual outcomes.

As Deputy Manager, you will work closely with the Registered Manager of the home to achieve the highest standards of care. You must be confident in managing the day-to-day operation of the home as you will be someone your team looks to for support and leadership to help deliver positive outcomes for the adults in your care. You will develop strong relationships with the Bright Futures Team and the people we support to ensure the best possible outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Support with day-to-day operations, ensuring high standards of care and compliance with CQC regulations, safeguarding requirements and organisational policies.
• Lead, supervise, and champion the support team, promoting a positive and person‑centred culture that meets the needs of the people we support.
• Oversee the delivery of personalised care plans.
• Conduct audits and quality checks with a strong focus on continuously improving the team and the home.
• Liaise with families, the wider community and external stakeholders, advocating for the people we support and maintaining strong collaborative relationships.
• Take charge of the service in the absence of the Registered Manager, ensuring continuity of care, decision‑making, and leadership.
• Support emotional and behavioural needs using Positive Behaviour Support (PBS).

What we’re looking for

• Level 2 Adult Care Worker Qualification or equivalent.
• At least 2 years operational experience in a senior care role.
• Previous mentor, Team Lead or supervisory experience.
• A full UK driving licence is essential.
• Be committed to continuous improvement of the home and the team.
• A passion for person‑centred care.
• Resilience, positivity and a proactive mindset.
• A Level 3 qualification in social care is desirable but not essential.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £35,254.90 (dependent on experience and 1 sleep‑in per week).
• Healthcare Cashback (dental, optical, physio, wellbeing).
• Care Friends Referral rewards up to £1,000 (£2,000 for leadership roles).
• Bright Stars bonus scheme & Employee of the Month awards.
• Free meals on shift.
• Life assurance policy.
• Cycle to Work scheme.

Safeguarding Requirement

Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Satisfactory references are also required.