Deputy Manager / Care

The ideal candidate will be an existing Deputy Manager, or an experienced support worker who wishes to develop their career further. Applicants will have experience of working in a similar environment. You will be a great addition to the team if you enjoy working and interacting with people, have the right personality and share the same values as us. We are looking for people who are enthusiastic, effective communicators, with high standards of care, and who are sensitive to the needs of people with learning disabilities.

Working hours are 40 hours per week (including 8 hours admin time per week). You will also be part of the 24hr on call rota; a flexible approach to work is essential. You will work on the floor providing care to service users and supporting the team, as well as spending time off the floor supporting the Registered Manager in the general running and compliance of the home.

Our Values form an integral part of our business and as such we would seek applicants that can demonstrate:

Kindness, Dignity & Respect

Integral to the culture of our Company; treat people with kindness, dignity, and respect then our work will be rewarding and fulfilling.

Calmness

Every decision we make is better when made with a calm and composed approach; calmness helps us to manage the challenges and demands we face.

Creativity

Embrace creativity to find innovative solutions in our work.

Responsibility

Take responsibility for our own actions, attitude, impact, and career development.

Can you provide a customised, responsive, and high-quality service to a person with Autism and sensory needs?

• have experience managing and motivating teams


• have a clear understanding of CQC regulations and compliance, or be willing to learn


• have an NVQ level 3 in health and social care, or equivalent


• probably have a full UK driving licence


Are you:

• passionate about providing the highest quality of care


• a caring and supportive person


• able to work independently, as well as part of a team


• aspiring to grow your career


• a driver with a Full UK Driving Licence (desirable for some roles)


• resilient and calm
  
  SDR Care is a growing business with care homes situated on the South Coast. We pride ourselves on investing in our people and we are committed to the UK Living Wage Foundation. We aim to continuously train and develop our staff to enable them to reach their full potential within our collaborative and supportive team. We have exciting plans for growth which could lead to career development opportunities for the successful candidate, as we open more homes locally and develop our supported living service.


An exciting opportunity has become available to join our team as a Deputy Manager at one of our homes in Eastbourne. The home specialises in person-centred care for people with learning difficulties and autism.

You will spend a lot of time laughing with the individuals that you will be working with, as they all have a wonderful sense of humour. Every day is different and you will be out and about attending social events, playing football and keeping active with the individuals in this house.

In return, you can expect:

a salary of £27,456.00 (which is reviewed annually)

• sleep in shifts paid at £50 extra per night (the possibility to earn an additional £2,000-£4,000 per year, depending on the number of sleep ins you can do)


• enhanced pay for working bank holidays


• an annual bonus, based on company performance


• the equivalent of 248 hours holiday (pro-rata) including bank holidays


• a company pension scheme where eligible


• group life insurance of 2 x salary


• wellbeing benefits


• a collaborative and supportive induction process


• continuing professional development


• in house specialist Autism training


• Company sick pay (following a successful probation period)


• a £500 bonus each, if you refer a friend or ex colleague (accrording to terms and conditions)


Should you be successful, we will contact you to complete an online Disclosure & Barring Service check (DBS) on acceptance of your offer letter.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £27,456.00 per year