Deputy Manager

Deputy Manager – Make Every Day Matter! Role Description 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 What’s 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 You’ll 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. Deep understanding of regulatory standards for supported living. Up to date knowledge of Health and safety legislation. What You’ll 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 You’ll Be Supporting Examples of supported individuals (names removed for confidentiality): Jon – enjoys watching football, playing pool, community group activities; requires support for daily tasks and focus. Jake – high energy; requires regular physical activities, moving around, cooking. Joe – part‑time job; enjoys sports, music; requires support with independent living skills. Jason – likes routine and outreach; requires support for travel, activities, and family involvement. Diversity & Inclusion 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. For this role, gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. #J-18808-Ljbffr