Supported Living Deputy Manager

Glenholme Specialist Healthcare; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training and ongoing professional

Industry-recognised qualifications and

Career progression opportunities

28 days annual leave

Life assurance up to £10,000

Healthcare cash plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Reimbursed Blue Light Card

Glenholme Awards

Job summary

Glenholme Specialist Healthcare is seeking a Deputy Manager for Birchwood House in Lincoln, a supported living service for individuals with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs. You will work with the Registered Manager to ensure smooth daily operations and high-quality care.

The role requires leadership experience, a relevant health or social care qualification, and a person-centred approach. You will lead staff, plan care and contribute to ongoing service development while

Qualifications

• At least 1 year in a Deputy Manager or senior care leadership role.
• Health or social care qualification or professional qualification (Nursing/OT/SW).
• Knowledge of positive behaviour support and best practice for complex needs.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Person-centred approach and commitment to improving lives.
• Ability to develop a team while maintaining high standards of care and compliance.
• Flexibility to work a rota including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager with day-to-day running of the service.
• Assist with staff rotas, care planning, training and quality assurance.
• Supervise and develop the staff team.
• Monitor medication management and safe working practices.
• Ensure care quality aligns with Glenholme policies and regulatory standards.
• Promote positive behavioural approaches for complex needs.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, learning and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with families, professionals and external agencies.
• Represent Glenholme professionally in all relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

People-centred approach

Team development

Shift flexibility

Education

Health or social care qualification

Nursing, Occupational Therapy or Social Work qualification

Job description

Deputy Manager – Learning Disabilities | Supported Living | Complex Needs

Location: Birchwood House, Lincoln

Salary: £28,000–£30,000 per annum

Job Type: Full-time | Permanent

Make a real difference in people’s lives

Are you an experienced care professional looking for your next step in leadership?

Glenholme Specialist Healthcare is looking for a Deputy Manager to join our team at Birchwood House in Lincoln, a supported living service supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism and associated complex needs.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about person-centred care, enjoys leading and developing a team, and wants to make a genuine difference to the people we support.

Why join Glenholme Specialist Healthcare?

Stability

Join an established, award-winning healthcare provider with more than 30 years of experience supporting people across our services.

Career Development

We invest in our people. You will have access to paid training, recognised qualifications and opportunities to develop your career within health and social care.

People-Centred Culture

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. With colleagues from more than 36 nationalities, we are proud to promote a diverse, inclusive and supportive working environment.

Innovation

We embrace technology and continuously invest in the systems and resources that help our teams provide high-quality support.

Growing Organisation

Glenholme continues to grow, with new services opening and further opportunities for career progression across the organisation.

Meaningful Work

You will play an important role in supporting individuals to live fulfilling, independent lives while helping to create a positive and supportive environment for both the people we support and your team.

What you will be doing

As Deputy Manager, you will work closely with the Registered Manager to support the effective day-to-day running of the service.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting individuals and their families to make informed decisions about how they live, ensuring their needs, preferences and choices are respected.
• Assisting the Registered Manager with the day-to-day management of the service.
• Supporting, supervising and developing the staff team.
• Assisting with staff rotas, care planning, training and quality assurance.
• Supporting the management of medication and ensuring safe working practices are followed.
• Monitoring the quality of care and support provided in line with Glenholme policies and regulatory standards.
• Supporting positive behavioural approaches and promoting best practice for individuals with complex needs.
• Helping to create a positive culture of teamwork, learning and continuous improvement.
• Working collaboratively with families, professionals and external agencies.
• Representing Glenholme professionally in all internal and external relationships.

What we are looking for

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• At least 1 year’s experience in a Deputy Manager or similar senior care leadership role within learning disabilities, autism or complex needs services.
• A relevant health or social care qualification, or a professional qualification such as Nursing, Occupational Therapy or Social Work.
• Good knowledge of positive behaviour support and best practice when supporting individuals with complex needs.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• A person-centred approach and genuine commitment to improving people's lives.
• The ability to support and develop a team while maintaining high standards of care and compliance.
• The flexibility to work on a rota according to the needs of the service, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

Your benefits

• £28,000–£30,000 salary
• Paid training and ongoing professional development
• Industry-recognised qualifications and career progression opportunities
• 28 days annual leave, including bank holidays and your birthday off
• Life assurance up to £10,000, subject to scheme terms and conditions
• Healthcare cash plan
• Employee Assistance Programme providing support with financial advice, mental health, wellbeing, family and everyday matters
• Reimbursed Blue Light Card
• Employee rewards and recognition through the Glenholme Awards

Job Code: GHBIRCHC