Job Summary: The Assistant Manager will assist the Manager in discharging the full range of managerial responsibilities for the service. This will involve taking the lead on specific tasks delegated by the Manager and assisting with other functions. The Registered Manager retains ultimate responsibility for the service. The Assistant Manager will lead the service in the absence of the Manager and be available to cover other temporary managerial vacancies as required. All applicants for positions at the level of Manager or above within Praxis Care are required to disclose any actual, potential, or perceived conflicts of interest. This includes any direct or indirect involvement with individuals, firms, companies, or organisations that have, or are seeking to establish, a contractual relationship with Praxis Care. Failure to declare such interests may result in disqualification from the recruitment process. If a conflict of interest is identified after an appointment has been made, it may constitute grounds for disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal. Key Accountabilities: Ensure that all work within the service is participant-focused and upholds the principles of respect, privacy, dignity, fulfilment, independence, and choice. Participate in the selection, appointment, and induction of staff to ensure a capable team that meets the needs of the project. Provide effective leadership, supervision, and management of staff. Manage workloads and identify and address staff development needs. Develop good relationships and networks that are important to supported individuals and keep them informed about the nature and progress of the project as appropriate. Facilitate and promote positive relationships in the immediate vicinity of the project. Plan, prioritise, monitor, and evaluate the work carried out in the service. Ensure that adequate records are maintained and necessary reports, including untoward/critical incidents, are produced. Be aware of and act in accordance with Praxis Cares Health and Safety Policy. Conduct all activities safely for oneself and others. PRAXIS CARE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER. About The Role Requirements of the Role: Participate in the company performance management process. Adhere to and model the company values, behaviours, and competencies at all times. Carry out all duties of the post in accordance with Praxis rules, regulations, and policies. Carry out additional duties of the role and other required duties as necessary. Where the role requires sleep-ins, a minimum additional payment of £45.00 per night applies The above-mentioned duties are not exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to carry out other duties as necessary. It should be noted that stated duties or locations associated with the post may change to meet the future needs of the organisation. An AccessNI Enhanced Disclosure Check will be required for this position. A criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position. Praxis Care adheres to the AccessNI Code of Practice, a copy of which can be made available upon request. Link to COP - Praxis Care have policies on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders and Secure Handling, Use, Storage and Retention of Disclosure Information, copies of which can be made available upon request. Essential and Desirable Criteria: Education, Experience & Training Qualifications Essential: 2 years of experience in a supervisory or management role in a health and social care setting. Qualification in: Social Work 1st Level Nursing Allied Health Profession Level 5 in Leadership for Health and Social Care Services in a relevant pathway. Must be registered with the appropriate body within the first six months of employment. Desirable: Previous management experience within supported living and collaboration with Housing Associations. Experience in contracts management. Skills & Competencies Full valid driving licence and access to own vehicle (If a disability precludes an individual from holding a drivers licence, it should be stated how they can meet the mobility requirement of the post). Good interpersonal skills. Good oral and written communication skills. Ability to use initiative. Excellent organisational skills. Attributes Available to work flexibly. Calm and level-headed. Patient and tolerant. Approachable and understanding. Respectful. Required Criteria 2 years of experience in a supervisory or management role in a health and social care setting. Full valid driving licence and access to own vehicle Qualification in one of the following: Social Work - 1st Level Nursing - Allied Health Profession - Level 5 in Leadership for H&SC Services in a relevant pathway. Right to work in the UK Desired Criteria Previous management experience within supported living and collaboration with Housing Associations. Experience in contracts management. Skills Needed Supervision, Communication, Leadership, Ability to support clients with learning disabilities and/or complex needs About The Company Praxis Care provides a wide variety of services to vulnerable adults and children, supporting individuals with mental ill health, learning disabilities, autism and dementia. Our staff teams are essential to ensuring the provision of these services. As a new member to the team, you can expect to be trained and supported in a structured fashion to achieve the high standards expected by the people we support and mandated by our regulators. Company Culture Our core values include compassion, integrity, teamwork, innovation and resilience. We also ensure that kindness and respect is integral to every role within Praxis Care and these values are fundamental to the provision of care we deliver to the people we support. If you are interested in a role that is rewarding, varied and positively impacts the lives of those we support, then we want to hear from you. Company Benefits Why Join Praxis Care? Great Work Environment: Compassionate, supportive, and inclusive team culture. CARE for Your Physical & Mental Health: Access to occupational sick pay, a confidential counselling service, and employer-funded healthcare schemes. Financial Benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, and refer-a-friend bonuses. Career Development: Continuous professional development with opportunities to gain recognized qualifications, such as QCF3/5, and clear career progression pathways. Work-Life Balance: Paid annual leave which increases with length of service, and flexibility in working hours. Other Perks: PPE provided, long service awards, savings via the Cycle to Work scheme, and coming soon, early access to earned wages through salary advance software. Vacation, Paid time off, Paid sick days, Flexible schedule, Employee discounts, Sabbatical leave, Cycle to work, Referral bonus, Competitive salary, Long service recognition, Employee Assistance Scheme, Wellbeing Scheme, Social Opportunities, Employee Recognition Scheme, Culture of recognition, On the job learning, Progression opportunities, Long service awards, Service recognition increases to annual leave Salary £30,886.44 - £34,090.68 per year Skills: Supervision Communication Leadership Ability to support client Benefits: Vacation, Paid time off Paid sick days Flexible schedule Employee discounts Sabbatical leave Cycle to work