At a Glance
- Tasks: Support adults with learning disabilities to live independently and achieve their goals.
- Company: Join a dedicated organisation focused on enhancing quality of life for individuals in the community.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, bonus scheme, discounts, holiday pay, and pension scheme.
- Other info: Ongoing training and progression opportunities in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your career in social care.
- Qualifications: Experience with autism and learning disabilities, plus strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
If you are committed to helping others and encouraging independence and quality of life, a full-time role as a Deputy Service Manager is an excellent opportunity to apply your knowledge as part of our organisation.
We are dedicated to supporting adults with additional learning requirements to have a quality life in their communities, promoting individual strengths, and enabling them to have choice and control to achieve aspirations and outcomes that are truly important to them.
The role is for a large supported living service in Chipstead. You will be supporting people with a variety of complex needs, including Learning Disabilities, Autism and Mental Health, to live as independently as possible. You will be responsible for overseeing the operational management of a team of staff, supported by the Registered Manager to ensure effective engagement with multi-disciplinary teams to support the people living in the service.
This will include managing the team to support adults to live independently with support/signposting to access Hub-based and Wellbeing services to build increased community resilience for individuals. Ensure the promotion of non-medical solutions and mental wellbeing, development of self-management strategies, supporting people to address any health issues as well as accessing therapeutic interventions.
Ensure the provision of a quality recovery focused approach to people who may present with complex needs, for example, anxiety or depression, alongside other issues such as drug or alcohol misuse or debt problems; supporting people to self-manage long term health conditions using a range of techniques and in a non-judgmental way respecting diversity and lifestyle choices.
Ensure high standards of Quality and Governance at all times through internal and external auditing systems as well as Service Improvement Plans. To be proactive and work alongside the Registered Manager in completing assessments and safely moving people into the service.
Experience of working with adults with autism/learning disabilities, developing services for local communities, and building partnerships with other organisations is essential.
Competitive rates of pay, bonus scheme driven by performance, discounted rates on food and drink, health, beauty and lots more. Holiday pay inclusive and Pension Scheme. Full-time hours, including weekdays/weekends, as part of a rota. Ongoing training and progression opportunities. Employee Assistance Programme. 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to complete your application and provide any other supporting documents. No agencies, please.
Deputy Service Manager Learning Disabilities employer: Transforming Support
Transforming Support in Birmingham is an exceptional employer dedicated to empowering individuals with learning disabilities and mental health challenges. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer structured training opportunities and a supportive work culture that values advocacy and personal development. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying benefits like a Blue Light Discount Card and a competitive salary.
