Deputy Manager – Residential Care and Support Services
22 days ago
Barry
Job Title: Deputy Manager – Residential Care and Support Services Location: South Wales / Vale of Glamorgan (Region) Job Overview: An opportunity is available for a Deputy Manager to join a leading organisation specialising in residential care and support services for adults with learning disabilities and complex needs. The Deputy Manager will work across multiple service sites, providing high-quality leadership within a person-centred, safeguarding-compliant environment. This role emphasises supporting positive well-being and independence for individuals, while maintaining operational excellence and team development. Key Responsibilities: • Collaborate closely with the service manager and staff to uphold the organisation’s high standards of support and care., • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of support workers, promoting best practices in health and social care., • Support individuals through 1-1 tailored approaches for promoting independence and overall well-being., • Participate in an on-call rota to ensure continuous support and oversight., • Work within residential and respite settings, handling complex needs and behaviours in a supportive, safe manner., • Contribute to safeguarding protocols, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and policies., • Utilise electronic systems and Microsoft Office programs to support operational activities. Candidate Profile: • Holds a QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent, with a commitment to achieving Level 4., • Experience working with adults with learning disabilities and complex needs in residential or respite settings., • Possesses strong communication skills, reliability, and trustworthy character., • Be adaptable and proactive with a positive outlook that encourages growth within the team., • Commitment to continuous professional development and best practice sharing., • A driver’s licence is essential for travelling between service sites. Benefits of the Role: • Competitive salary of £32,136., • 40 hours per week with a contributory pension scheme., • Confidential Employee Assistance Programme accessible 24/7., • Paid training and development, including recognised qualifications (level 2 to 5 in Health & Social Care)., • Attractive employee benefits, discounts on shopping, leisure, and household expenses., • Generous referral scheme. Additional Details: Please note that sponsorship is not available for this role. The position involves managing care for adults with learning disabilities and/or complex needs, with some behaviours presenting challenges but offering rewarding opportunities for professional growth. Final Paragraph: Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone