Deputy Manager
ivolve Care & Support
HALSTEAD, CO9 1LR
Salary
£30,576
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
13 September 2026
13 days left
In plain English
What this job actually involves
As a Deputy Manager, you'll support a team in a residential care home for adults with autism, learning disabilities and mental health. You'll work closely with the Registered Manager and team to deliver high-quality care, develop colleagues and maintain excellent standards. This is a hands-on leadership role with a mix of office and on-the-floor work.
What you'll need
- 2+ years of experience in adult social care, preferably in a leadership role
- Diploma or degree in a relevant field, such as social work or healthcare
- Good understanding of autism, learning disabilities and mental health
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to work flexibly, including nights and weekends
How to boost your chances
- Consider volunteering or shadowing in a care home to gain experience
- Update your CV to highlight leadership and communication skills
- Research ivolve Care & Support and their values to show your interest
- Practice answering questions on leadership and communication in a mock interview
- Think about how you can contribute to a positive and inclusive culture in a care home
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Job description
Location: Halstead, CO9 1LR Hours: Full-time, 42 hours per week (including hours on rota, with flexibility to meet service needs) Salary: £30,576 per ...
As a Deputy Manager, you'll support the Registered Manager in delivering high-quality, person-centred care and maintaining excellent standards across the service.
This is a hands-on leadership role, working actively across the rota alongside your team, with dedicated time allocated for office responsibilities. You'll support the day-to-day running of the service, help develop colleagues, oversee operational processes, and promote a positive, inclusive culture where both colleagues and the people we support can thrive.
Working closely with the Registered Manager, families, professionals and other stakeholders, you'll help ensure the people we support achieve positive outcomes and receive the highest standards of care.
You'll contribute across our three key priorities
- Quality Support the delivery of safe, effective and person-centred care, ensuring high standards across the service.
- People Coach, motivate and develop colleagues, helping to create a positive and high performing team culture.
- Performance Assist with the effective management of rotas, resources and operational processes to support successful service delivery.
Location: Halstead, CO9 1LR
Hours: Full-time, 42 hours per week (including hours on rota, with flexibility to meet service needs)
Salary: £30,576 per annum
Make a Difference Every Day
We're one of the UK's leading adult social care providers, supporting people to live fulfilling, independent lives through Residential, Supported Living and Complex Care services.
The Oak is a 7-bed residential service supporting adults with autism, learning disabilities and mental health. The service provides a safe, structured and person-centred environment where individuals are supported to build independence, develop daily living skills, and achieve their personal goals.
People we support enjoy a range of activities within the service and in the community, including bowling, cinema, zoo and crafts, helping them to stay engaged, active and connected.
As a Deputy Manager, you'll support the Registered Manager in delivering high-quality, person-centred care and maintaining excellent standards across the service.
This is a hands-on leadership role, working actively across the rota alongside your team, with dedicated time allocated for office responsibilities. You'll support the day-to-day running of the service, help develop colleagues, oversee operational processes, and promote a positive, inclusive culture where both colleagues and the people we support can thrive.
Working closely with the Registered Manager, families, professionals and other stakeholders, you'll help ensure the people we support achieve positive outcomes and receive the highest standards of care.
You'll contribute across our three key priorities
- Quality Support the delivery of safe, effective and person-centred care, ensuring high standards across the service.
- People Coach, motivate and develop colleagues, helping to create a positive and high performing team culture.
- Performance Assist with the effective management of rotas, resources and operational processes to support successful service delivery.
What We're Looking For
Essential
- Experience in adult social care, ideally within a leadership or senior support role.
- NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
- Strong understanding of CQC standards, safeguarding and person-centred support.
- Experience supporting people with learning disabilities, autism, acquired brain injuries (ABI) or mental health needs.
- Strong leadership, communication and relationship-building skills.
- Confidence managing rotas, systems and day-to-day service operations.
- Ability to support, motivate and develop colleagues to achieve positive outcomes.
- Good organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
Desirable
- Working towards, or willingness to complete, a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Adult Care.
- Experience undertaking audits, action planning and quality improvement activities.
- Full UK driving licence.
We believe in rewarding and supporting our colleagues. Alongside competitive pay, you'll receive:
- 31 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Your birthday off (after one year's service)
- Pension scheme
- Industry-leading recognition programmes
- Health, wellbeing and financial support
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
Recognised by The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years and winners of the 2026 Health & Social Care Industry Award, we're proud of the positive, people-focused culture we've built.
If you're a passionate and motivated care professional ready to take the next step in your leadership career, we'd love to hear from you.
Make a Difference Every Day
We're one of the UK's leading adult social care providers, supporting people to live fulfilling, independent lives through Residential, Supported Living and Complex Care services.
The Oak is a 7-bed residential service supporting adults with autism, learning disabilities and mental health. The service provides a safe, structured and person-centred environment where individuals are supported to build independence, develop daily living skills, and achieve their personal goals.
People we support enjoy a range of activities within the service and in the community, including bowling, cinema, zoo and crafts, helping them to stay engaged, active and connected.
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
13 August 2026
Last checked
17 August 2026
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