Social Worker Deputy Manager

JustPhysio are looking for a Deputy Manager for their client in Essex. Therapist / Deputy Manager Salary £39k-£45k Start ASAP Car required Full time, permanent.

Bring your clinical expertise to a uniquely rehab-led, private elderly care service. As second in command of our clients' 60-strong Client Services and Care teams, you'll drive quality and consistency across all aspects of their service. If you are looking for a rare and exciting new challenge to draw on your skills, get in touch for a chat. This is not a typical physio role, but your rehab mindset is what makes you perfect for the role, and our clients' team.

With a strong family ethos, our client is dedicated to enhancing quality of life for both their clients and their loved ones. They are proud to be one of the few homecare services rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. As such, they pride themselves on delivering the highest standard of care to meet the individual needs of those they care for. Founded and managed by physiotherapists, they firmly believe that applying a rehab mindset to homecare not only sets them apart but also brings significant benefits. Slowing deterioration, enhancing resilience, preventing falls and promoting independence all contribute to maximising clients' quality of life and increasing their ability to live safely at home.

Fantastic company benefits include:

• Competitive Salary: £39,000 - £42,000 per annum plus out of hours allowance.
• Holiday: 28 days per annum, including Bank Holidays plus an extra day for your birthday.

About the role: As Deputy Manager, you will work closely with the Registered Manager (a long-serving, senior NHS physio) to oversee the day‑to‑day running of their Client Services department. You will line‑manage two office‑based supervisors and be responsible for the shared management of a 60‑strong care team. In this role you will work 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 7am‑3pm or 10am‑6pm in rotation. There is also a requirement for regular paid out‑of‑hours cover in addition to these core hours. Hands‑on physio in a traditional sense will be limited, but rehab principles are fundamental to all they do; guiding training and personal development of the team, as well as client assessment, care planning and delivery.

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Provide the passionate, inspirational leadership your team expects in a role model.
• Work with your team to manage, motivate and develop the care team in line with company values and the clients' code of conduct.
• Ensure the delivery of a consistently reliable, premium quality service worthy of their Outstanding CQC rating.
• Conduct spot checks and audits and liaise with colleagues to produce regular key performance indicator (KPI) reports.
• Conduct new client assessments, oversee care planning and medication reviews, and liaise with health professionals to maintain the wellbeing of our clients.
• Participate in the training and development of team members, proposing innovative training content and collaborating with HR to schedule sessions.
• Oversee Client Services processes to maintain a safe and efficient working environment, flexibly managing priorities and implementing policy changes as necessary.
• Participate in the out‑of‑hours team by covering shifts and providing immediate assistance as necessary.

Required: You will demonstrate exceptional communication skills, the ability to motivate and persuade others effectively, expertise in Microsoft Office, strong organisational, prioritisation, and delegation skills, and a passion for facilitating staff development. An up‑to‑date DBS certificate and a valid UK driving licence with access to a car for work purposes are also essential. There is a great opportunity for growth and development with this role, ongoing CPD is also available. Previous managerial experience/experience delegating to staff is preferred but not essential; other candidates will be considered.

Please contact julie.keen@justot.co.uk for further information.