Supported Living Deputy Manager - Learning Disabilities - Brighton

Deputy Manager – Learning Disabilities
Location: Brighton
Basic Salary: £26,000 - £27,000 depending on experience, ongoing development, and career enhancement
We have a rare and exciting opportunity to manage our service in Brighton Specialist Services.
This is your opportunity to join one of the fastest-growing care companies in the UK, and exhibit your strong care skills, ethos, management, and entrepreneurial flare to deliver an excellent new service.
As a Deputy Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of either of our services. The client group is individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities & complex needs.
Our Brighton Services
We have seven services in Saltdean, Brighton which are either Residential or Supported Living Facility. The Lustrells is a residential care service comprised of two neighbouring homes, which have been developed to enable people with learning disabilities, including those with autism, physical disabilities, mental health conditions and complex needs to live happy, healthy, safe lives and to achieve their full potential. This service aims to deliver individually designed care and support to enable people to lead independent, meaningful lives as active members of the community. Nutley, Walesbeech, Saltdean House and Saltdean Drive are specialist supported living services which has been developed to enable people with learning disabilities to live happy, healthy, safe lives and to achieve their full potential. The homes have been modelled specifically for those with physical disabilities so that each service user will have their own generous en-suite bedroom, and shared use of the kitchen, lounge, and beautiful gardens. The homes are ideally located in a quiet residential area close to local shops and services with excellent transport links to Brighton town centre in the heart of the community.
Benefits of a Deputy Manager:
Ongoing paid-for training
& development 34 days annual leave
(including 8 bank holidays & your birthday off)
Life assurance covers up to
£10,000 (subject to scheme T&Cs), Cycle2work scheme, the healthcare
cash plan, company pension Automatic entry into
ourEmployee Assistance Programme offering: Personal and everyday advice
on child support, financial advice, mental health, health, and well-being. Free Blue Light Card
Discounts on your favourite
supermarkets, brands, restaurants, entertainment, local attractions,
gyms, etc Employee rewards and
Recognition schemes via our Glenholme Awards
Key Responsibilities of a Deputy Manager:
To work with the people
supported and their families, supporting them in the decisions they make
about how they live their lives, and ensuring that personal needs are met. Manage all aspects of
running the home including but not limited to supervision of staff, rotas,
care planning, quality assurance, training, budget management, finances,
and management of medication. Monitor activities and
ensure quality of support and care is in line with the group’s policy and
sector regulatory standards. Create a culture of team
development and teamwork that aspires to the delivery of best practices
for individuals using our services. · Demonstrate the ability to represent the
organisation in an appropriate and professional manner in all internal and
external contact and relationships.
Requirements of a Deputy Manager:
A minimum of 3 years
experience as a Deputy Manager (aspiring to go into a Service Manager role), Service Manager or Registered Manager for services working
with individuals with a learning disability, Autism, or associated complex
needs. Relevant health or social
care qualification (NVQ Level 5) or other professional qualifications eg;
Nursing, OT, or social work. An up-to-date knowledge of
best practices in managing challenging behaviour utilising a positive
behaviour support approach. Willingness to work flexibly
on a rota to meet the needs of the service, including evenings, weekends,
and bank holidays.
To find out more about joining Glenholme, press apply today!
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