Deputy Home Manager
Department: Senior Management and Leadership
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: The Old Vicarage Dewsbury
Compensation: £14.95 / hour
Description
Old Vicarage is looking to recruit a Deputy Home Manager to join the team. This is a full time, 40 hours role with an hourly rate of £14.95 (£31,096 per annum).
The Old Vicarage is located close to Dewsbury town. It offers residential support for seven adult males and females with a range of needs. This includes adults with a learning disability, individuals with mental health needs, and people on the autism spectrum.
What you'll be doing
You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our residents wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of residents
* Holds regular staff meetings to foster good communication and feedback. Maintains positive contact with commissioners and referrers to develop confidence in service provision.
* Carries out or ensures that all risk assessments e.g. clinical risk assessment, COSHH, Legionella, Moving & handling etc are carried out in a rigorous and timely manner. Monitors the standards of cleanliness of the home to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory bodies.
* Inducts and orientates new staff in a timely fashion and ensures statutory and other training is provided to maximise the ability of new staff to become integrated into the care setting.
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
What you'll bring to the role
Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.
* You will have developed experience in the Deputy role
* You're a natural leader - approachable, supportive, and great at bringing out the best in others.
* You've worked in a similar environment to what we offer
* You're organised, proactive, and confident in managing the practical side of care (risk assessments, audits, compliance)
* You're passionate about high-quality care and know how important it is to residents and their families
* A driver with a full, UK driving license for a minimum of 3 years is desirable
Most importantly, you care deeply about people - both the residents we support and the colleagues you'll be working alongside.
What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
* Contributory pension scheme
* Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
* Access to development opportunities
* Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
* Leadership & management development
* Long service award
* Refer a friend bonuses
* Relocation support (including payment for accommodation or moving costs) up to £3000 (Terms apply)
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.
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