Deputy Service Manager - Cookstown

HappyJobsNI.com; Cookstown; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization is seeking a full-time Deputy Service Manager in Cookstown. The role involves supporting the Service Manager in delivering high-quality care services for individuals with learning disabilities and autism. Candidates should have strong leadership skills, relevant qualifications, and experience managing teams. This position comes with enhanced holiday leave and a pension, aiming to foster a supportive workplace for professional growth.

Benefits

Enhanced Holiday Leave

Pension

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification with 2 years' relevant experience OR 4 years' experience in Health and Social Care.
• At least 2 years' management or supervisory experience.
• Current or eligible registration with NISCC.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Service Manager in delivering exceptional services.
• Provide leadership and manage resources effectively.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and quality improvement.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and performance manage staff.
• Maintain health and safety standards.

Skills

Strong leadership

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Resilience

Education

Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification

Management experience

Job description

Overview

Charity Jobs NI is delighted to be exclusively partnering with Positive Futures to recruit a proactive and supportive Deputy Service Manager for their Cookstown service. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to significantly enhance and manage high-quality services, positively impacting the lives of individuals with learning disabilities, acquired brain injuries, and autism.

About Positive Futures

Positive Futures is a leading organisation dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and acquired brain injuries. We deliver person-centred support, promoting empowerment and independence, ensuring every individual achieves their aspirations.

About the Role

As Deputy Service Manager, you\'ll assist the Service Manager in delivering exceptional services, ensuring they meet both organisational goals and individual needs. Your role includes strategic leadership, staff management, and maintaining high standards of care and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support to Service Manager: Provide leadership, manage resources effectively, and ensure regulatory compliance and quality improvement.
• People Management: Recruit, train, mentor, supervise, and performance manage staff, promoting continuous professional development and effective communication.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Maintain rigorous health and safety standards, overseeing regular checks and ensuring safe environments.
• Professional Practice: Ensure adherence to Positive Futures\' mission, values, and relevant professional standards.
• General Management: Foster positive relationships with stakeholders, manage risks effectively, and continually seek service improvements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Essential: Minimum Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification with 2 years\' relevant experience OR 4 years\' experience in Health and Social Care; at least 2 years\' management or supervisory experience; current or eligible registration with NISCC.
• Desirable: Experience working with individuals with learning disabilities, autism, or acquired brain injuries.

Skills

Strong leadership, effective communication, problem-solving, adaptability, and resilience.

Why Join Positive Futures

• Meaningful Impact: Positively transform the lives of individuals and families every day.
• Professional Growth: Benefit from comprehensive training, career development, and support.
• Supportive Workplace: Inclusive, collaborative work environment with a robust benefits package.

Hours

37.5 hours per week, Full-time

Location

Cookstown, Mid-Ulster

Salary

£28,000-£33,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Contract Type

Permanent

You might currently be working in roles such as

Deputy Manager, Assistant Manager, Senior Support Worker, Service Coordinator, Team Leader, Health and Social Care Manager, or similar roles within health and social care settings.

Please Note

Applications may be reviewed upon receipt, and this vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received. Early application is strongly advised.

Interested?

To apply, please submit your updated CV via our online application system or email directly to Charity Jobs NI at . For further details or the full job description, please contact our team on .

Skills & Benefits

Skills: Care Manager, Social Care, Service Manager

Benefits: Enhanced Holiday Leave, Pension