Assistant manager - residential home

Job Description

Assistant Manager – Residential Home - £14.94 per hour / Up to £29,133 per annum - Sherdley Court, Prescot, Merseyside, L35 4PD

Are you an experienced care professional ready to take the next step? Do you want a role where you can support a team, make a real difference and help create a safe, welcoming home for residents?

Making Space is looking for an Assistant Manager to join the team at Sherdley Court in Prescot.

We have two contracts available:

37.5 hours per week – £29,133 per annum, permanent contract

30 hours per week – £23,306 per annum, 6-month fixed-term contract, with a view to extension

The role

As Assistant Manager, you will help ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the home. You will support staff to deliver high-quality, person-centred care, while helping to maintain a positive, safe and homely environment for residents.

This is a hands-on role, so you will also be part of the rota and ready to provide care and support when needed. You will help lead by example and promote Making Space’s values across the team.

About you

We are looking for someone with experience in a relevant care setting who understands the importance of treating people with dignity, kindness and respect.

You will need:

• An NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or be willing to work towards it
• Experience supporting people in a care environment
• A person-centred approach
• The confidence to support, guide and motivate a team
• Values that align with Making Space

Benefits

Making Space offers a strong benefits package, including:

• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, subject to contract
• Double pay on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
• Access to up to 30% of your wages as you earn
• Pension scheme with a minimum 3% employer contribution
• Paid sick leave
• Cycle to work and travel schemes
• Learning and development through an e-portal
• Funded qualifications from Level 2 to Level 6
• Clear career progression, with many senior roles filled internally
• Successful applicants will be subject to DBS, reference and employment checks.

Apply today and join a team that makes a genuine difference every day.