Female Deputy Service Manager

Job Overview

Up to £36,000 per annum

Location:

Witham, Essex

Employment type:

Full‑time

Deputy Service Manager – responsible for the operational management of a specialist registered care home that supports people with learning and/or physical disabilities, including those with epilepsy and dysphagia.

• Collaborate with the Registered Manager to ensure the service consistently meets CQC and contract standards through robust quality and monitoring/auditing processes.
• Maintain a cohesive and coordinated service, delivering fully integrated care, support and housing to clients.
• Ensure personalised care and support is delivered in accordance with agreed care plans, enhancing clients’ well‑being, quality of life and community connections.
• Promote a culture of responsive, person‑centred practice and active support throughout the service, building relationships based on respect and unconditional positive regard.

• Significant practitioner or management experience in services for people with learning and physical disabilities.
• Relevant professional qualification (for example, Diploma in Social Work, RMN NVQ 3/4/5) and/or a degree level or postgraduate qualification.
• Willingness to engage in continuous professional development, supported by Creative Support’s structured induction and values‑led training pathway.

Structured induction and development pathway to support career progression from entry‑level to leadership roles, aligned with national strategies and the WE CARE framework.

Gender is considered an occupational requirement – Equality Act 2010

Creative Support is a Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer and has recently received Investors in People Gold award.

Vacancy Reference Number:
92213

Applications must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number.

Contact:
Laura Newcombe, Area Manager – Laura or call .