Job Description:

We are looking for a Deputy Manager to join a specialist care provider in Leicester, supporting adults with complex needs. This full-time role offers a salary of £42,000, excellent development opportunities and the chance to play a key part in the ongoing development of the service.

The service supports individuals with a range of complex needs, including learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs and behaviours of distress. You'll work alongside an experienced Registered Manager and wider senior leadership team to drive quality, develop staff and ensure truly person-centred support.

Benefits include:

• Salary of £42,000
• Full-time permanent position
• Excellent leadership and professional development
• Support from an experienced senior management team
• Opportunity to influence service development and quality
• Progressive and supportive working environment
• Ongoing training and career progression opportunities

As Deputy Manager, you'll be a visible leader within the service, supporting and developing a large staff team while maintaining high standards of care.

Duties will include:

• Leading, motivating and developing the staff team
• Supporting the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the service
• Championing Positive Behaviour Support and least restrictive practice
• Coaching and mentoring staff to improve performance and confidence
• Driving quality improvement and maintaining high standards of care
• Supporting safeguarding, governance and service development
• Promoting a positive, person-centred culture across the service
• Working closely with senior leaders to identify and implement improvements
• Ensuring individuals are supported to achieve positive outcomes and greater independence

The ideal Deputy Manager will have experience supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs or complex behaviours. You'll be confident leading teams, comfortable working within a complex service and passionate about developing both staff and the quality of support provided.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced senior care professional looking to step into a Deputy Manager position with a provider that is actively investing in its leadership team and services.

Apply today to be considered for this Deputy Manager opportunity in Leicester, or contact Callum at Leaders in Care on (phone number removed) for further information.