At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a supportive environment for individuals with mental health needs and manage a dedicated team.
- Company: Lifeways, a leading care provider focused on wellbeing and inclusion.
- Benefits: Financial wellbeing tools, leadership development, and discounts on shopping and travel.
- Other info: Join us on our journey to become the Care Provider of Choice with excellent growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while shaping the future of mental health services.
- Qualifications: Experience in mental health support and a Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care is desirable.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
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Location
Cliff Gardens in Scunthorpe is home to 16 individuals who receive support from a dedicated and experienced team.
We support a diverse range of individuals living with mental health diagnoses, including personality disorders and paranoid schizophrenia, as well as people with dual diagnoses that may include neurological conditions.
Our team provides personalised, person-centred support tailored to each individual’s needs, promoting independence, wellbeing and quality of life.
Role overview
This is a varied position combining hands-on support with office-based responsibilities.
Key duties include
- Providing direct support to the people we support when required.
- Scheduling and managing staff rotas.
- Completing and maintaining care plans.
- Supervising and supporting a small team.
- Overseeing outreach and supported living services.
Ideal background
Candidates with experience in a mental health setting.
You’ll lead with purpose, inspire your teams, and deliver the highest standards of care while shaping the future of services.
- What You’ll Bring
- A Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care is desirable (or working towards)
- A proven track record supporting people living with autism and learning disabilities.
- Values which align with our Lifeways Values.
- 3 years experience within social care with proven experience at a supervisory level.
Why Join Lifeways?
You’ll get
- Access financial wellbeing tools with Stream, including real-time pay tracking and instant early access to earned wages.
- Leadership development programmes & progression pathways
- A supportive, inclusive workplace culture
- Matched contribution company pension scheme
- Wellbeing resources and mental health support
- Reward and Recognition Schemes
- Discounts on shopping, tech, travel, and more through CHOICE Rewards
Why Now?
We are on a bold journey to become the Care Provider of Choice — and this is an exciting time to join us.
We listen closely to our team members through surveys and forums and act on their ideas, continuously improving how we support both our people and the individuals in our care.
As a leader, you’ll have the authority, resources, and support to shape your team’s culture and the quality of care they deliver.
We invest in your growth through leadership development and promote a workplace where wellbeing, diversity, and inclusion are more than just words — they’re lived values.
- At Lifeways, you’re not just anyone
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Deputy Manager - Mental Health - Scunthorpe employer: Lifeway s Group
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