Description
The Old Rectory is a residential service located in the village of Brede, East Sussex, supporting 15 males and females who are autistic or have a learning disability.
We're looking for a compassionate Deputy Home Manager to support the Home Manager in leading our dedicated team. You'll help ensure our home remains a safe, warm, and welcoming environment for residents and families while guiding and supporting colleagues to deliver the highest standards of care.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting the Home Manager to ensure our home runs smoothly and meets regulatory standards.
- Leading, guiding, and inspiring the senior care team to provide outstanding, person-centred support.
- Building strong relationships with residents, families, colleagues, and external professionals.
- Holding regular staff meetings and keeping communication open and positive.
- Helping new staff settle in with thorough inductions, ongoing training, and encouragement.
- Overseeing risk assessments and safety checks.
- Playing a key role in quality checks and audits.
- Working alongside regional managers to develop and introduce new ideas and services.
- Ensuring our staff feel valued, supported, and motivated.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- You've worked as a Senior Support Worker, Team Leader, or Deputy Manager.
- You're a natural leader, approachable, supportive, and great at bringing out the best in others.
- You're passionate about high-quality care and organised, proactive, and confident in managing the practical side of care.
Benefits
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications
- Leadership & management development
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses
- Relocation support up to £3000