Deputy Service Manager - Supported Living - South Molton - 22.5 hrs

HF Trust; South Molton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

HF Trust is looking for a Deputy Service Manager in South Molton to support individuals with learning disabilities. This role involves supervising staff, maintaining high standards of support, and offering opportunities for professional growth and training. Ideal candidates will have recent management experience in learning disabilities services and a commitment to delivering high-quality care.

Benefits

Annual Leave: 33 days (including 8 bank holidays)

Fully funded Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management

Access to award-winning training and development

Wagestream: flexible pay access

Aviva Digicare +: wellbeing services

Free life assurance: 3x your annual salary

Qualifications

• Recent front-line management experience in learning disabilities services.
• Knowledge of CQC regulations and health and safety.
• Willingness to undertake Level 5 Diploma within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Support the Service Manager in maintaining high standards of care.
• Supervise Support Workers, promoting best practices.
• Conduct on-call shifts outside office hours.

Skills

Leadership skills

IT skills

Knowledge of legislation

Record-keeping experience

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care

Job description

Are you looking for a meaningful career? Would you like the opportunity to become a dedicated deputy manager, helping individuals with learning disabilities live the best life possible?

As a Deputy Service Manager at Hft South Molton, you’ll support adults with learning disabilities to live fulfilling lives. Supporting the Service Manager, you will be responsible for nurturing and inspiring staff to ensure we have great support teams. This role offers excellent opportunities for career progression and skill development.

Hft is a charity supporting adults with learning disabilities. We believe everyone should live within their community with the support they need. We seek caring, compassionate individuals who share our values.

What’s in it for you?

We provide benefits and career development, including comprehensive induction, training, and support. With Skills for Care accreditation, we invest in your professional growth to equip you with the necessary skills to support people effectively.

As a 'Gold' standard Investors in People accredited employer, we prioritize colleague wellbeing. All employees have access to TELUS Health, a confidential, 24/7 counselling service.

We offer:

• Annual Leave: 33 days (including 8 bank holidays)
• Fully funded Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management within 12-18 months
• Access to award-winning training and development
• Wagestream: flexible pay access and financial support via app
• Aviva Digicare +: wellbeing services including health checks and mental health support
• TELUS Health: confidential counselling and support helpline
• Discounted mobile contracts through Vodafone
• Care Friends: employee referral bonus
• Free life assurance: 3x your annual salary

About the role

You will support the Service Manager in maintaining high standards of clinical and personal support, promoting independence and choice. You will supervise Support Workers and promote best practices, ensuring safety and satisfaction for those supported.

Flexibility is key; you will do on-call shifts outside office hours and work 20% of hours on shift. You will report back to the Service Manager and ensure smooth service operations through feedback and continuous improvement.

A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential.

About you

• Recent front-line management experience in learning disabilities services, possibly as a Registered Manager
• Knowledge of legislation, CQC regulations, and health and safety
• Good IT skills and record-keeping experience
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care or willing to undertake this within 18 months
• Leadership skills, especially in performance management

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality care and support, and want to make a difference, this role is for you.

For more details, please refer to the job description & person spec.