Male Deputy Manager

Seeability; Epsom and Ewell; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation arranged

Travel expenses covered

Job summary

SeeAbility is seeking a Deputy Manager for its Holbury, Hampshire, supported living service. You will back the Registered Manager, lead a dedicated team of Support Workers, and drive person-centred care and safeguarding across daily operations.

You will supervise staff, develop plans, and ensure risk assessments are accurate while promoting a safe, inclusive environment aligned with CQC standards. Training and DBS checks are part of the process.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people with learning disabilities, autism, ABI, mental health needs or physical disabilities.
• Experience in a Senior Support Worker, Team Leader, Deputy Manager, or similar.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment and person-centred support.
• Understanding of CQC regulations and supported living standards.
• Strong communication, organisation and report-writing skills.
• Full UK manual driving licence.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent).
• Level 5 qualification, or willingness to work towards one, would be beneficial.
• Experience of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the service.
• Leading, motivating, and developing a team of Support Workers.
• Conducting supervisions and supporting staff performance and development.
• Ensuring support plans and risk assessments are accurate, person-centred, and regularly reviewed.
• Promoting a safe, positive, and inclusive environment.
• Responding appropriately to incidents, concerns, and safeguarding matters.
• Building strong partnerships with families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies.
• Helping to ensure the service remains compliant with CQC and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Report writing

Coaching

Team leadership

Safeguarding

Risk assessment

Education

NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care

Level 5 qualification

Job description

Role Description

Join our Team as a Deputy Manager - Make Every Day Matter!

Location:

Holbury, Hampshire

Salary:

£15.94 per hour (£31,083 per annum) plus benefits

Hours:

37.5 per week

Driving Licence:

Manual full UK licence essential - Must be over 25 for insurance purposes

Right to Work:

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer any skilled worker visas

Do you enjoy supporting both people and teams to achieve their best? Are you passionate about person-centred care and helping people live happy, independent lives?

If so, we'd love to hear from you.

We're looking for a Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in our Supported Living Home in Holbury, Hampshire. You'll play a key role in leading a dedicated team and making a real difference to the lives of the people we support.

This is a hands-on leadership role where no two days are the same. You'll help ensure our services are safe, well-run, and centred around the needs, choices, and goals of each individual.

Could this be you?

• Do you stay calm and positive when challenges arise?
• Do you enjoy coaching and developing others?
• Are you confident promoting person-centred care, dignity, and independence?
• Do you have a good understanding of safeguarding, risk management, and CQC standards?
• Can you balance compliance with delivering great outcomes for the people you support?
• Do you enjoy building positive relationships with families, colleagues, and professionals?

What You’ll bring

• Experience supporting people with learning disabilities, autism, acquired brain injuries (ABI), mental health needs, or physical disabilities.
• Experience in a Senior Support Worker, Team Leader, Deputy Manager, or similar role.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment, and person-centred support.
• Understanding of CQC regulations and supported living standards.
• Strong communication, organisation, and report-writing skills.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent).
• A Level 5 qualification, or willingness to work towards one, would be beneficial.
• Experience of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) is desirable.
• Experience assisting with assessments and supporting new people moving into services would be an advantage.
• Up-to-date knowledge of health and safety practices.
• A full UK manual driving licence.

What You'll be doing

• Supporting the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the service.
• Leading, motivating, and developing a team of Support Workers.
• Conducting supervisions and supporting staff performance and development.
• Ensuring support plans and risk assessments are accurate, person-centred, and regularly reviewed.
• Promoting a safe, positive, and inclusive environment.
• Responding appropriately to incidents, concerns, and safeguarding matters.Building strong partnerships with families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies.
• Helping to ensure the service remains compliant with CQC and regulatory requirements.

Who you will be Supporting

At Holbury, Hampshire, we will be supporting a young male who will be transitioning from a long stay acute setting in the midlands to his own home in Holbury, supported by Seeability. He has learning disabilities, autism, sensory needs and bipolar.

He is very active and our team of support workers will be involved in his daily activities. He loves trains, cooking, swimming, musical instruments, walking and Costa Coffee. The role will commence in the New Year where you will receive training, also you will be required to meet him in the midlands where he is currently living. Please note all accommodation will be booked for you and travel expenses also covered.

You'll be supported by an experienced Registered Manager and a dedicated team who are committed to delivering outstanding care every day.

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Our Benefits

Why Join us as a Deputy Manager

We don't just offer jobs - we build careers and celebrate people.

Safer Recruitment

SeeAbility is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. All colleagues are expected to uphold this commitment.

Successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including:

• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (where appropriate)
• Identity, current address and right-to-work verification
• Health declaration to ensure that you are medically suitable for the role you have been offered
• Employment references relating to work with children or vulnerable adults

All checks are completed at SeeAbility's expense before a start date is confirmed.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

• We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences, including those with disabilities or who are neurodivergent.
• Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.
• In exceptional circumstances, a genuine occupational requirement may apply under the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1)

For this role, gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010

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