Deputy Support Manager

The Camden Society; Northampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization is seeking a Deputy Support Manager in Northampton to lead teams and deliver person-centered support for individuals with learning disabilities. The role requires mentoring staff, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting the design of individual support plans, with a focus on inclusivity and empowerment. Candidates should hold relevant qualifications, have experience in support roles, and possess strong communication skills.

Benefits

Annual Leave entitlement: 33 days inclusive of bank holidays

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK drivers licence and have access to your own vehicle.
• Experience in leadership or coaching is desirable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Mentor teams and coach support staff.
• Ensure practice leadership is recognized and reflected.
• Support individuals in designing their support plans.
• Act as a role model and promote independence.

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 and care regulations

Excellent communication skills

Confidence in using digital systems

Flexible working hours

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Deputy Support Manager
Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
Contract: Full Time
Hours: 39 hours per week
Salary: £30,856.62 per annum
Annual Leave entitlement: 33 days inclusive of bank holidays
Additional Information: Must hold a full UK drivers licence and have access to your own vehicle to travel between support addresses
Reference: 084253

Overview

At The Camden Society, 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.

Thera 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 Thara company.
• Thera Group will be led by a charity.

Responsibilities

• Mentor teams, coach support staff and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure practice leadership is developed, recognised and reflected in all we do.
• Support individuals to design their support plans, assist with rota management, help maintain records, address concerns, conduct audits, and deputise for the Support Manager when needed.
• Act as a role model of best practice and empower individuals, promote inclusion, rights & independence, whilst adhering to policies and acting as an ambassador for the company.

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 (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.

Please see the attached Benefits and Job Description before applying.

If you are ready to lead by example, create positive change, and contribute to a thriving supportive environment, we would love to hear from you! Apply Now to join our dedicated team and make a difference.

Contact Information

E: [e-mail] OR T: 01476 513934

We reserve the right to close this advert before the closing deadline if we interview and offer the right candidate.

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.