At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dedicated team in providing high-quality support for mental health and learning disabilities.
- Company: Join Northern Healthcare, a supportive organisation focused on making a difference.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career progression, ongoing training, and mental health support.
- Other info: Join a values-driven team where your ideas are valued and celebrated.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in people's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in mental health services and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 29500 - 29500 £ per year.
Location: Roby Road, Huyton, Liverpool
Salary: £29,500 per annum
Full Time – 37.5 Hours per Week
Ready to take the next step in your leadership career? At Northern Healthcare, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and independent life. We're looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate and experienced Deputy Service Manager to help lead our dedicated team at Roby Road, our 24-hour supported living service in Huyton, Liverpool.
If you're passionate about mental health, enjoy developing people and want to make a genuine difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role
Working alongside the Service Manager, you'll play a key role in leading the day-to-day operation of Beck House, ensuring we continue to deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred support to adults living with mental health needs, learning disabilities and autism. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll support your team, build positive relationships with residents and professionals, and help drive continuous improvements across the service. No two days are ever the same—but every day gives you the opportunity to positively impact someone's life.
What You'll Be Doing
- Supporting the overall management of a 24-hour supported living service.
- Leading, motivating and developing a dedicated support team.
- Promoting a positive, values-led culture focused on recovery and independence.
- Ensuring compliance with CQC regulations and company policies.
- Supporting recruitment, supervision and staff development.
- Working alongside healthcare professionals, families and commissioners.
- Monitoring quality, safeguarding and service performance.
- Helping residents achieve their personal goals and maximise their independence.
About You
We're looking for someone who leads with compassion, confidence and integrity. You'll ideally have:
- Previous leadership or management experience within mental health services preferably supported living.
- Experience supporting people with mental health needs, learning disabilities or autism.
- A good understanding of CQC standards and safeguarding.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- A positive, proactive attitude with a passion for delivering outstanding care.
- NVQ Level 5 in Health & Social Care (or working towards it) is desirable.
Applications are welcomed from experienced leaders, Registered Mental Health Nurses (RMNs) and Occupational Therapists with supported living experience.
Why Join Northern Healthcare?
We know our colleagues are at the heart of everything we do, which is why we offer a fantastic range of benefits, including:
- Salary of £29,500 per year
- Opportunity to join our out-of-hours on-call rota
- Generous incentive scheme
- Excellent career progression opportunities
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Employee Assistance Programme with mental health support
- Private healthcare options including dental, optical and physiotherapy
- Company pension scheme
- Employee recognition and awards programme
- Refer a Friend bonus scheme
- DBS paid for by Northern Healthcare
- Access to discounts on a range of products and services
Why Choose Northern Healthcare?
At Northern Healthcare, our values shape everything we do. We invest in our people, celebrate success and create opportunities to grow. You'll be joining a supportive organisation where your ideas are valued, your development is encouraged and your work genuinely changes lives.
If you're an inspiring leader who wants to make a real difference in mental health supported living, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us continue changing lives, one person at a time.
Mental Health Deputy Service Manager - Huyton, Liverpool employer: Northern Healthcare
At Northern Healthcare, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being of both our staff and the individuals we support. Our collaborative work culture fosters professional growth through mentorship and leadership opportunities, while our commitment to continuous improvement ensures that you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of others. Located in the beautiful regions of Yorkshire, Hull, and Cumbria, you'll enjoy a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and recognised.
