Deputy Manager – The Paddocks in London

Autism West Midlands is a leading charity in the West Midlands for people on the autism spectrum. We use our expertise to enrich the lives of autistic people and those who love and care for them. Our passionate, expert staff and volunteers work across all age groups and abilities, by providing personalised support.

You will be working at our newest purpose-built supported living service ‘The Paddocks’ based in Marston Green. The Paddocks supports individuals to live independently within their own self‑contained apartments. The service is home to 9 individuals who can enjoy meaningful activities and accessing the community. The Paddocks benefits from individual courtyards for each self‑contained flat and access to a large communal garden space. There is also a sensory/activity room in which the residents can take part in activities such as games, crafting activities and even parties, and the Paddocks also has a training kitchen.

As a Deputy Manager you will be supported by a Registered Care Manager. Working days will include three office‑based days and two days of direct support each week. The shifts are 7.00am – 2.30pm and 2.15pm – 9.45pm. All staff work a mixture of early and late shifts as well as alternate weekends.

As the Deputy Manager at The Paddocks, you will be responsible for:

• Promoting an enabling environment, ensuring high standards of professional practice, whilst achieving compliance with the standards required by CQC, internal policies and procedures and external contract requirements.
• Ensuring that the support provided is led by the person and offers new experiences through a wide range of meaningful activities within their home and local community.
• Empowering autistic individuals to live as independently as possible with the appropriate levels of support.
• Conducting person‑centred reviews at appropriate intervals, involving the person and their circles of support.
• Deputising for the Registered Manager in all aspects of the service delivery including communications with parents and professionals, safeguarding and CQC, taking a lead in key responsibilities.
• Rational on‑call duties are also required for this post.

What we are looking for:

• Substantial training or a qualification relevant to a supervisory position in social care or a related field.
• An understanding of the legal and regulatory frameworks of registered care services and person‑centred practice.
• Experience of working in relevant settings with autistic adults, learning disabilities, or mental illness.
• A strong leadership personality with a natural ability to positively shape the work of others.
• Ability to work flexibly across a seven‑day rota to meet the needs of the service.

Benefits:

• Starting salary of £30,104.52 per annum.
• A supportive management team.
• Up to 33 days annual leave.
• Free DBS check paid for by Autism West Midlands.
• Employee assistance scheme providing support to you and your family.
• Specialist autism training you are paid to attend and travel to.
• All staff are provided with a life assurance.
• Company sickness pay scheme.
• Free onsite parking.
• Additional payments for on‑call.
• Refer a friend scheme – £200 for each referral.

Our employees are encouraged to develop their skills and knowledge, and each year many of them gain additional qualifications. As the Deputy Manager you will play a key role in developing the service whilst enriching the lives of the people we support.