Temporary Deputy Manager – Complex Mental Health Supported Living Service
Location: Hull
Salary: £31,721.94 pa, pro rata
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (6-month contract, possibly lead to longer or perm role)
Job Description
We are looking for a committed and resilient Deputy Manager to join a supported living service in Hull, supporting adults with complex mental health needs and substance misuse challenges. The service empowers individuals to work towards independence, stability, and recovery in a safe and structured environment.
You will support the Service Manager in leading a skilled staff team and ensuring high-quality, person-centred support. You’ll play a key role in overseeing risk management, care planning, and safeguarding.
This is not a typical 9–5 role. Due to the nature of the service and the complex needs of clients, flexibility is essential. You’ll need to be adaptable, emotionally resilient, and confident in managing challenging situations.
Employee benefits include:
- Rising 20 to 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays
- 24-Hour Employee Assistance Programme
- Continuous opportunities for training and career development
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Refer a Friend recruitment initiative
- Flexible working opportunities (where applicable) upon successful completion of the probation period
- Group Personal Pension Scheme
- Discounted income protection scheme
- Free car parking at most services
- Free life assurance cover
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting with service management, compliance, and day-to-day operations
- Leading and supervising support staff, promoting a positive team culture
- Coordinating and reviewing individualised support plans and risk assessments
- Building effective relationships with external agencies and professionals
- Responding to crisis situations using trauma-informed, psychologically informed approaches
- Supporting recruitment, staff development, and quality improvement
Essential Experience
- Working with adults with complex mental health and/or substance misuse needs
- Managing risk and challenging behaviours
- Supervising or leading staff
- A flexible, person-centred approach
Desirable
- Experience working with individuals who display complex behaviours
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Pay: From £31,721.94 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
