Deputy Manager – Supported Living Team Lead (9m FTC)

SeeAbility; Kennington, Shippon; À distance; GBP 21 000 - 30 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

SeeAbility is hiring a Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager across our Supported Living Homes in Kennington, Oxford and Shippon, Abingdon. You will lead a dedicated team, drive person-centred care, and ensure the service is safe, well-run and responsive to individual goals.

The role is hands-on and requires safeguarding knowledge, a strong driving licence, and a commitment to inclusive practice. You will work closely with families and professionals to achieve excellent outcomes.

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 role.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment, and person-centred support.
• Understanding of CQC regulations and supported living standards.
• Strong communication, organisation, and report-writing skills.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent).
• A Level 5 qualification, or willingness to work towards one, would be beneficial.
• Experience of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) is desirable.
• Experience assisting with assessments and supporting new people moving into services would be an advantage.
• Up-to-date knowledge of health and safety practices.
• A full UK manual driving licence.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Experience with learning disabilities

Senior Support Worker experience

Safeguarding knowledge

CQC regulations knowledge

Communication skills

NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care

Level 5 qualification (advantage)

Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) (des)

Assessments & move-ins experience

Health & safety awareness

UK manual driving licence

Formation

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)

A Level 5 qualification (beneficial)

Description du poste

SeeAbility is hiring a Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager across our Supported Living Homes in Kennington, Oxford and Shippon, Abingdon. You will lead a dedicated team, drive person-centred care, and ensure the service is safe, well-run and responsive to individual goals.

The role is hands-on and requires safeguarding knowledge, a strong driving licence, and a commitment to inclusive practice. You will work closely with families and professionals to achieve excellent outcomes.