Our client are recruiting for a Deputy Manager to support 3 Managers looking after 5 small residential services for adults with learning disabilites, all based in close proximity of one another in the Southend on Sea, Essex, area. Previous experience at Care Coordinator level or above. * Possess QCF level 4 or equivalent. May consider level 3 if good experience as a Deputy * Ability to communicate effectively at all levels * Genuine interest in working with people with learning disabilities. JOB PURPOSE: As the Deputy Manager, you are required to oversee / maintain the care of Service users within the homes and in the absence of the manager, to take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the homes, and ensure that all Company policies and procedures, and all legal requirements, are adhered to within the defined timescales. Your duties and responsibilities will include: * Ensuring all Staff Members contribute to the best of their ability to the efficient running of the homes, and to the creation of an atmosphere conductive to the best interests of Service users. * Interacting with Service users to ensure that their health care needs are being met and resolving any problems where appropriate. * Reporting any ill-health amongst Service users and make requests for GP /Professional visits where necessary. * Ensuring meals are of sufficient quantity and good quality, and that Service user’s dietary needs are met. * Undertaking general support and personal care as appropriate. * Administering prescribed medicines and maintaining the necessary records as per Company guidelines. * Auditing Care Plan documentation, to ensure best practice, on a three monthly basis. Working Monday to Friday but will be on call when required. Salary £30,000 per annum For further details and full job description apply today or contact Kim at ENS Recruitment Westcliff