Deputy Support Manager

Thera East; Colchester; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization is seeking a Deputy Support Manager in Colchester to assist the Support Manager in delivering person-centered support. The successful candidate will mentor teams, manage records, and promote inclusion and independence for individuals with learning disabilities. This full-time permanent position offers a competitive salary of up to £30,856.62 and requires relevant qualifications and experience in health and social care.

Benefits

Annual leave entitlement of 33 days

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care is required.
• Experience in supporting individuals with learning disabilities is essential.
• Leadership or coaching experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Mentor teams and coach support staff.
• Assist in managing support plans and audits.
• Act as a role model of best practice.

Skills

Relevant Health and Social Care qualification at Level 3 or above

Proven experience supporting people with learning disabilities

Leadership or coaching experience

Knowledge of safeguarding, health and safety, and care regulations

Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills

Confidence in using digital systems

Flexible working hours

Education

Relevant Health and Social Care qualification

Tools

Excel

Care planning software

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Deputy Support Manager

Location: Colchester

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Hours: Full time 39 hours per week

Salary: up to £30,856.62

Annual Leave entitlement: 33 days

Additional Information: Driver required

Vacancy ID: 081573

Empower People. Inspire Teams. Lead with Purpose

At Thera East, we believe people with a learning disability should be leaders in society. We are looking for a Deputy Support Manager to assist the Support Manager in leading teams, to deliver person-centered support that meets regulatory, contractual, and organisational requirements.

As a Deputy Support Manager you will mentor teams, coach support staff and drive continuous improvement. You will ensure that practice leadership is developed, recognised and reflected in all we do as you work on shift as part of the working rota enabling you to act as a role model of best practice.

You will support people to design their support plans, assist with rota management, help maintain records, address concerns, conduct audits, and deputise for the Support Manager when needed. At all times aim to empower individuals, promote inclusion, rights & independence, whilst adhering to policies and acting as an ambassador for the company.

Thera’s Vision

Thera will show that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society. Thera will be controlled by people with a learning disability. People supported by Thera can say how their Thera company is directed and managed. People with a learning disability will design the support they want from Thera. Thera will respect the rights and wishes of people at work, at home and in the community. People with a learning disability will check the quality of support from their Thera company. Thera Group will be led by a charity.

Skills & Experience

• Relevant Health and Social Care qualification at Level 3 or above (England)
• Proven experience supporting people with learning disabilities
• Leadership or coaching experience is desirable
• Knowledge of safeguarding, health and safety, and care regulations
• Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills
• Confidence in using digital systems (e.g. Excel, care planning software)
• Flexible working hours, willingness to travel locally and work across multiple locations

Additional Information

Please see the attached Benefits and Job Description before applying.

If you're ready to lead by example, create positive change, and contribute to a thriving supportive environment, we would love to hear from you!

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Equal Opportunities

Thera is an equal opportunities employer that promotes diversity within our workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community, regardless of sexual orientation, race, age, gender, disability, religion or belief.

All posts are subject to DBS checks. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974. For this role, you must declare any convictions or cautions that you have received, including those that would otherwise be spent.