Assistant Manager - Learning Disabilities

Assistant Manager – Learning Disabilities Supported Living Peacehaven, East Sussex | £27,000–£32,000 | Full-Time Are you an experienced Team Leader or Senior Support Worker ready to step up? We’re recruiting an Assistant Manager to support a growing Learning Disabilities Supported Living service in East Sussex, with a clear progression pathway into a Registered Manager role by early next year. This is a great opportunity to take the next step in your career with a supportive leadership team and a service that’s expanding. Package * Salary between £27,000–£32,000 depending on experience * Development into a Registered Manager role within 6–9 months * Mixture of shift work, office hours and on-call duties * Supportive leadership with hands-on involvement * Opportunity to shape a growing service * Ongoing training and CPD opportunities * 28 days holiday including bank holidays * Pension scheme Requirements * Experience in Learning Disabilities and/or Autism services * Strong leadership or supervisory background * Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) training * NVQ Level 5 in Health & Social Care or working towards * Willingness to work shifts including evenings and weekends * Excellent communication and organisational skills * Understanding of CQC regulations and quality standards * Ambition to progress into Registered Manager role Responsibilities * Support day-to-day running of two supported living houses * Lead and motivate the care team to deliver high-quality support * Ensure compliance with care plans, risk assessments and policies * Work closely with the Director and senior team * Manage staff rotas, supervisions and appraisals * Participate in on-call rota and provide hands-on support where needed * Help prepare the service for CQC registration and inspection * Contribute to the setup and launch of new services If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a real impact in a growing service, we’d love to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV or get in touch for more details