Overview
Deputy Manager (Supported Living - Mental Health) – Location: Chorlton, Manchester. Salary: £36,000 per annum (includes shared on-call). Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm.
Role and Responsibilities
* Provide day-to-day management support for staff and tenants.
* Lead, motivate, and develop the team to deliver safe, person-centred care.
* Ensure compliance with CQC standards and company policies.
* Contribute to clinical oversight (if a nurse), or provide strong operational leadership (if non-clinical with relevant experience).
* Participate in the shared on-call rota with the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager (must be able to attend site if required – therefore a driver is preferred).
* Support the ongoing development of a new step-down service, helping tenants build independence and resilience.
The Ideal Candidate
* Registered Nurse (RGN or RMN) with experience in mental health, OR an experienced non-nurse with a strong background in supported living/mental health services.
* Strong leadership and management skills, ideally with previous deputy or senior experience.
* Knowledge of supported living frameworks, mental health conditions, and recovery-focused care.
* Organised, approachable, and able to work collaboratively within a small team.
* Flexible and willing to share on-call duties as part of the management team.
* A full driving licence is desirable due to occasional out-of-hours requirements.
What You Will Be Offered
* A supportive, close-knit working environment in a long-established service.
* Opportunity to make a real impact in a small but growing organisation.
* Annual salary of £36,000.
* Monday-Friday working hours (9am-5pm), with shared on-call duties.
* Professional development and scope to contribute to service expansion.
How to Apply
Please APPLY / contact Gemma at Leaders in Care for further details.
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