Deputy Manager - Learning Disabilities in Brighton

Deputy Manager - Learning Disabilities - Supported Living Service

Location: Nutley Avenue, Saltdean, Brighton, East Sussex
Contract: Full-time
Salary: £28,000-£30,000 Per annum dependent on experience

Why join Glenholme Specialist Healthcare as a Deputy Manager?

Are you an experienced care professional looking for your next step in your career?

Glenholme Specialist Healthcare is looking for an experienced and passionate Deputy Manager to join our team at Nutley Avenue, our specialist supported living service in Saltdean, Brighton.

Nutley Avenue supports adults with learning disabilities within a supported living environment, with a strong focus on promoting independence, developing life skills and supporting the people we work with to be actively involved in their local community.

At Glenholme, our approach is centred around the individual. We work with the people we support to understand their needs, aspirations and goals, ensuring they receive personalised support that promotes dignity, choice and independence.

About Nutley Avenue

Nutley Avenue is a specialist supported living service located in Saltdean, Brighton, providing support to adults with learning disabilities.

The service is designed to provide a comfortable and supportive home environment while enabling the people we support to maintain as much independence as possible. The role offers an exciting opportunity to work alongside a dedicated team to help individuals develop their confidence, life skills and ability to make their own choices.

Nutley Avenue benefits from being located within a local community, providing opportunities for the people we support to access local amenities, activities and community facilities.

As Deputy Manager, you will play an important role in creating a positive, person-centred environment where the people we support can thrive.

Why join Glenholme?

Stability - We are an award-winning healthcare provider, established for over 30 years.

Personal Development - We offer our fantastic staff the opportunity to develop themselves through further training, industry-recognised qualifications and career progression.

Innovation - We believe in innovation and technology and have invested thoroughly in the systems our staff use to support them in their day-to-day roles.

People Centric - We know our people are at the heart of our success, and with over 36 nationalities working across our services, we offer a diverse and inclusive working environment.

Sustainable - We are committed to growth and have continued to develop and expand our specialist services.

Job Satisfaction - We are proud to say that 9 out of 10 of our staff see a long-term career with Glenholme.

Benefits as a Deputy Manager

• Ongoing paid-for training and development, including industry-recognised qualifications
• 28 days annual leave, including 8 bank holidays
• Your birthday off following successful completion of your probationary period
• Life assurance cover of up to £10,000, subject to scheme terms and conditions
• Cycle2Work scheme
• Healthcare cash plan
• Company pension
• Automatic entry into our Employee Assistance Programme, offering personal and everyday advice including child support, financial advice, mental health, health and wellbeing support
• Blue Light Card reimbursement
• Employee rewards and recognition schemes through our Glenholme Awards
• Opportunities for career progression within Glenholme Specialist Healthcare

Key Responsibilities of a Deputy Manager

• Work alongside the people we support and their families, supporting individuals to make informed decisions about how they live and ensuring their personal needs and aspirations are met.
• Assist the Registered Manager with all aspects of running the service, including staff supervision, rotas, care planning, quality assurance, training, finances and medication management.
• Monitor activities and ensure the quality of support and care is in line with Glenholme policies, procedures and relevant regulatory standards.
• Promote a proactive culture of team development, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Support the delivery of person-centred care that promotes independence, dignity, choice and inclusion.
• Work collaboratively with families, professionals and other stakeholders to ensure the best possible outcomes for the people we support.
• Support the implementation of Positive Behaviour Support strategies where required.
• Ensure staff understand and follow individual support plans, risk assessments and relevant care documentation.
• Assist with maintaining a safe, positive and inclusive environment for both the people we support and the staff team.
• Demonstrate the ability to represent the organisation in an appropriate and professional manner in all internal and external relationships.

Requirements of a Deputy Manager

• A minimum of 1 year's experience as a Deputy Manager within a service supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism or associated complex needs.
• Currently hold or be working towards an NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care.
• A relevant health or social care qualification or other professional qualification, such as Nursing, Occupational Therapy or Social Work, would be desirable.
• An up-to-date knowledge of best practice in supporting individuals with behaviours of distress, utilising a Positive Behaviour Support approach.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to motivate, support and develop a team.
• A person-centred approach and a genuine commitment to improving the lives of the people we support.
• Willingness to work flexibly on a rota to meet the needs of the service, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

About Glenholme Specialist Healthcare

Glenholme Specialist Healthcare provides specialist support for adults with learning disabilities and a range of associated needs. Our services include supported living, residential care and outreach support.

Across our services, we focus on promoting independence and enabling the people we support to engage as fully as possible with their communities. Our care and support are person-centred and tailored around each individual's needs, choices, strengths and aspirations.

Our Positive Behaviour Support approach focuses on dignity, independence, inclusion and improving quality of life, with teams working collaboratively with individuals, families and professionals.

At Glenholme, our core values allow our staff and the people we support to thrive. We believe in treating individuals, their families and our staff with respect and dignity while placing a high value on equality, equity and diversity.

This job requires an Enhanced DBS to be carried out.

Job Code: GHBR3