Deputy Support Manager

Thera Trust; Inverness; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Job summary

Thera Trust in the United Kingdom is seeking a Deputy Support Manager to assist the Support Manager in leading teams and delivering person-centred support that meets regulatory, contractual, and organisational requirements.

You will mentor teams, coach staff, lead shifts as Duty Manager, design support plans, manage rosters, maintain records, conduct audits and deputise for the Support Manager as needed. DBS checks are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Relevant Health and Social Care qualification at Level 3 or above (England) or SCQF 7 or above (Scotland).
• 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).

Responsibilities

• Mentor teams and coach support staff to deliver person-centred care.
• Lead shifts as Duty Manager and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support people to design and review their support plans.
• Assist with rota management and maintain records.
• Conduct audits and deputise for the Support Manager when needed.
• Promote empowerment, inclusion and independence for people we support.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Digital skills

Education

SCQF7+ (Scotland) or Health & Social Care Level 3+ (England)

Proven experience in health and social care

Tools

Care planning software

Excel

Job description

Annual Leave entitlement:33 days inclusive of bank holidays

Additional Information: Candidates with full UK driving licence are preferred. Relevant Health and Social Care experience is essential with qualification at SCQF 7 or above.

Empower People. Inspire Teams. Lead with Purpose

At Thera Trust 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 aDeputy Support Manageryou 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

Our 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) or SCQF 7 or above (Scotland).
• 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.

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

E: [e-mail] T: 01476 513934

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.

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. All posts are subject to DBS checks.