Assistant Service Manager
6 days ago
Margate
Assistant Service Manager Join Our Client and Make a Real Difference Our client, a not-for-profit social care organization, supports people with autism, learning disabilities, and acquired brain injuries in England. Their focus is on person-centred support to foster independence and community participation. If you're passionate about compassionate leadership, join their team! Role Overview Hands-on leadership role in a regulated social care service. Assist in delivering safe, person-centred support through operations, team management, compliance, finance, and partnerships. Deputise for the Service Manager to ensure continuity. Key Responsibilities • Deputise for the Service Manager and lead in their absence., • Uphold safe, person-centred practices per safeguarding, CQC, and policies., • Partner with supported individuals, families, and teams to enhance health and outcomes., • Manage and evidence health strategies., • Oversee finances: budget setting, monitoring, rostering, and cost control., • Lead practices, coach staff, and promote continuous improvement. What We're Looking For Knowledge & Tools • Safeguarding and CQC expertise., • Budget, rostering, and financial monitoring., • Commissioned service awareness., • Office 365 proficiency., • PBS/PMLD exposure beneficial. Capabilities • Practice leadership and values modelling., • Sound judgement for safety and quality., • Coaching for development., • Financial decision-making., • Stakeholder communication., • Proactive improvement. Behaviours • Ownership and reliability., • Collaboration and conflict resolution., • Influence and emotional intelligence., • Clear communication., • Resilience under pressure., • People-centred focus. Full UK driving licence desirable. Why Join Our Client? Values-led environment with training opportunities. Benefits: generous leave, flexible working, EAP, early pay access, health discounts, pension, life assurance. Call to Action Ideal for social care leaders with operational judgement and person-centred commitment. Apply now! Our client is an equal opportunities employer. Subject to references and DBS checks.