Role Description
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Deputy Manager Make Every Day Matter!
Location:Kennington, Oxfordshire
Salary:£18.68 per hour (£36,426 per annum) plus benefits
Hours:37.5 per week, Permanent
Driving Licence:Manual UK licence essential
Visa Sponsorships:Not available
Whats In It For You?
* Highly competitive salary
* Pension
* Good management support
* Career development
As Deputy Manager, you will work closely with the Registered Manager to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the services in Abingdon and Didcot. You will lead by example, supporting and supervising a team of support workers to deliver high-quality, personalised care that promotes independence, dignity, and choice.
What Youll Need
* Experience working with individuals with learning disabilities and autism and PBS needs.
* Previous experience working with behaviours that may challenge.
* Previous supervisory or management experience in a care and support setting.
* Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk management, and person-centred care.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills.
* NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent); Level 5 desirable.
* Strong English communication skills (spoken & written) and ability to produce written reports
* Previous experience working within a PBS framework would be an advantage
* Experience in assisting with managing and assessing new people to support
* A valid manual UK driving licence
* The legal right to live and work in the UK
* Statutory guidance & CQC regulations exposure
* Adeep understanding of regulatory standards for supported living
* Up to date knowledge of Health and safety legislation
What Youll Be Doing
* Support the Registered Manager in overseeing the service and ensuring compliance with CQC standards.
* Lead, motivate, and manage support workers, including supervision, training, and performance reviews.
* Ensure care plans are person-centred and regularly reviewed.
* Promote a positive and inclusive environment for the people we support.
* Respond to incidents and safeguarding concerns appropriately.
* Build strong relationships with families, professionals, and external agencies.
Who Youll Be Supporting
Jon* Enjoys watching football, playing pool and joining social groups in the community. He also likes going swimming. He needs support and prompting to complete all daily tasks as he can easily get distracted and unfocussed. Jon needs calm and consistency in life.
Jake* is 'Mr Energiser' as he is always bursting with energy! He needs regular physical activities such as going out on his skate board, playing football, long walks and cooking. He is not faint hearted, as he also loves participating in banger racing! Jake needs lots of support to complete tasks and to stay focussed.
Joe* is the 'Mr Independent' of the home. He has a part time job. Enjoys playing pool, walking, going down the pub and sharing his love of rock music. Joe needs support with independent living skills as one of his goals is to live independently.
Jason*likes routine and predictability. Jason finds it very challenging when he cannot go out and do things that he enjoys. Jason likes to go out in his vehicle daily on a pre-planned route, which his support team are required to drive. Jason loves music, BBC 1, BBC 2 radio and colouring activities. Jason's family is very important to him and is involved in his support and wellbeing. Jason's favourite food is pasta.
*Please note: The individual's real name has been changed to maintain confidentiality and protect their identity.
Youll be making a real impact with a person who have:
* Behaviours of concern
* Autism and learning disabilities
* Positive Behaviour Support
* Restraint Reduction (Not essential but desirable)
* ADHD
* Mental Health
If youre compassionate, resilient, and ready to learn, this is your moment. Its hands-on, its heart-led, and yes its brilliant.
Ready to Apply?
If youre looking for a role where youdont just work you thrive, hit that apply button and lets make a difference together.
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Our Benefits
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Recruitment
SeeAbility is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. All colleagues are expected to share this commitment.
Successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including:
* Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (where appropriate)
* Identity, current address and right-to-work verification
* Health declaration to ensure that you are medically suitable for the role you have been offered
* Employment references relating to work with children or vulnerable adults
All checks are completed at SeeAbilitys expense before a start date is confirmed. xsngvjr
Diversity & Inclusion
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.
* We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences, including disabled and neurodivergent candidates
* Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process
* In exceptional circumstances, a genuine occupational requirement may apply under the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1)
For this role, gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.