Deputy Manager

We're hiring a Deputy Manager for our 6-bed respite service in Walsall. Ideal for Team Leaders aspiring to step into senior management, applicants must have experience supporting individuals with additional needs at the Team Leader level or higher. The candidate should hold an NVQ Level 3 or above or be willing to work towards it.
Responsibilities:
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist the Locality Manager with staff management, working hours, and budgets.
• Take an active leadership approach, setting high standards for the team.
• Support team development and liaise with the in-house recruiter for recruitment.
• Ensure care services comply with legal obligations and company policies.
• Manage staff teams effectively, including rota management and performance reviews.
• Drive initiatives for long-term operational excellence.
• Provide care on a 1-2-1 basis, and cover shifts during leave or unexpected absence.
• Have good knowledge of our intranet system.
• Work 37.5 hours per week with on-call responsibilities on a rota basis.
About You:
You're the right fit if you're compassionate, empathetic, and engaging! You'll support individuals to live fulfilling lives, promoting personal choice, independence, and overall well-being.
What’s in it for You:
• Rewarding day-to-day experiences.
• Impressive employee incentives.
• Company culture focused on charity and community support.
• Ongoing career progression opportunities.
• Maternity/Paternity/Adoption Recognition.
• 10 Year Loyalty Bonus for long-term staff.
• Annual company fun fair for friends and family of Select Lifestyles.
We offer a competitive salary with 28 days of Annual Leave for full-time staff (pro-rata for part-time). Successful applicants will undergo a full DBS check and provide two written references.
About Us:
Select Lifestyles Limited, provides specialist support for individuals with additional needs, including Challenging Behaviours, Learning Disabilities, Physical Disabilities, Mental Health, Autism, and Complex Health Needs.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. Join us in positively impacting the lives of those we support.