Mental Health Deputy Service Manager - Chester

Northern Healthcare Limited; Chester; In loco; GBP 27.000 - 32.000; Tempo pieno

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Salary £29,500 per year

Descrizione del lavoro

Northern Healthcare is seeking a Deputy Service Manager for Beck House in Chester. You will work with the Service Manager to run the day-to-day operations of our 24-hour supported living service, ensuring safe, person-centred support for adults with mental health needs.

The role requires compassionate leadership, strong communication, and a solid understanding of CQC standards. Be part of a team dedicated to recovery and independence in a supportive environment.

Competenze

• Leadership or management experience within social care.
• Experience supporting people with mental health needs, learning disabilities or autism.
• Understanding of CQC standards and safeguarding.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• NVQ Level 5 in Health & Social Care (or working towards it) desirable.
• Applications welcomed from RMNs and Occupational Therapists with supported living experience.

Mansioni

• Support the overall management of a 24-hour supported living service.
• Lead, motivate and develop the dedicated support team.
• Promote a positive, values-led culture focused on recovery and independence.
• Ensure compliance with CQC regulations and company policies.
• Support recruitment, supervision and staff development.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, families and commissioners.
• Monitor quality, safeguarding and service performance.
• Help residents achieve their personal goals and maximise independence.

Conoscenze

Leadership/management

Mental health awareness

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive attitude

Formazione

NVQ Level 5 in Health & Social Care

Descrizione del lavoro

Deputy Service Manager – Beck House, Chester

Location: Beck House, Chester

Salary: £29,500 per annum

Full Time – 37.5 Hours per Week

Ready to take the next step in your leadership career?

At Northern Healthcare, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and independent life. We're looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate and experienced Deputy Service Manager to help lead our dedicated team at Beck House, our 24-hour supported living service in Chester.

If you're passionate about mental health, enjoy developing people and want to make a genuine difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

Working alongside the Service Manager, you'll play a key role in leading the day-to-day operation of Beck House, ensuring we continue to deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred support to adults living with mental health needs, learning disabilities and autism.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll support your team, build positive relationships with residents and professionals, and help drive continuous improvements across the service.

No two days are ever the same—but every day gives you the opportunity to positively impact someone's life.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the overall management of a 24-hour supported living service.
• Leading, motivating and developing a dedicated support team.
• Promoting a positive, values-led culture focused on recovery and independence.
• Ensuring compliance with CQC regulations and company policies.
• Supporting recruitment, supervision and staff development.
• Working alongside healthcare professionals, families and commissioners.
• Monitoring quality, safeguarding and service performance.
• Helping residents achieve their personal goals and maximise their independence.

About You

We're looking for someone who leads with compassion, confidence and integrity.

You'll Ideally Have

• Previous leadership or management experience within social care.
• Experience supporting people with mental health needs, learning disabilities or autism.
• A good understanding of CQC standards and safeguarding.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A positive, proactive attitude with a passion for delivering outstanding care.
• NVQ Level 5 in Health & Social Care (or working towards it) is desirable.
• Applications are welcomed from experienced leaders, Registered Mental Health Nurses (RMNs) and Occupational Therapists with supported living experience.

About Beck House

Located on Tarvin Road, Littleton, Chester, Beck House is a modern 20-bedroom supported living service providing 24-hour support for adults living with mental health conditions, learning disabilities and autism.

Our focus is on recovery, independence and empowering people to live their best lives.

Why Join Northern Healthcare

We know our colleagues are at the heart of everything we do, which is why we offer a fantastic range of benefits, including:

• Salary of £29,500 per year
• Opportunity to join our out-of-hours on-call rota
• Generous incentive scheme
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Employee Assistance Programme with mental health support
• Private healthcare options including dental, optical and physiotherapy
• Company pension scheme
• Employee recognition and awards programme
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• DBS paid for by Northern Healthcare
• Access to discounts on a range of products and services

Why Choose Northern Healthcare

At Northern Healthcare, our values shape everything we do. We invest in our people, celebrate success and create opportunities to grow. You'll be joining a supportive organisation where your ideas are valued, your development is encouraged and your work genuinely changes lives.

If you're an inspiring leader who wants to make a real difference in mental health supported living, we'd love to hear from you.