Floating Deputy Service Manager for Woking & Effingham Patch
Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
We are looking for an experienced Floating Deputy Service Manager to join our team, providing support across our Woking and Effingham services.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Deputy Manager who enjoys variety and wants to make a positive impact across multiple supported living services. The successful candidate will provide operational support across our five services, working alongside Service Managers and teams to maintain high-quality, person-centred support.
Please note:
- This is a floating role, requiring travel between our services across the Woking and Effingham patch.
- You must be a car driver with access to your own vehicle due to the travel requirements of the role.
- This is a full-time role, and flexibility is required to work evenings and weekends in line with the needs of the service.
- Previous experience at Deputy Manager level within supported living or residential services is essential.
About us
We provide high-quality supported living services for adults with a range of needs, including mental health needs, learning disabilities, autism, and behaviours that may challenge.
Our aim is to support people to live fulfilling, independent lives by providing person-centred support that promotes choice, dignity, inclusion, and wellbeing.
The role
As a Deputy Service Manager, you will provide leadership and support across our services, ensuring safe, effective, and high-quality care is delivered.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting Service Managers with the day-to-day running of services.
- Providing leadership and guidance to staff teams across multiple locations.
- Supporting effective shift planning, allocation of duties, and handovers.
- Ensuring services operate in line with organisational policies, CQC requirements, and relevant legislation.
- Promoting person-centred support and ensuring individuals are supported to achieve their goals and maintain independence.
- Supporting staff development through supervision, coaching, and mentoring.
- Assisting with quality monitoring, audits, and service improvements.
- Supporting recruitment, induction, and ongoing development of staff.
- Working collaboratively with families, professionals, and external stakeholders.
- Providing support during incidents, emergencies, and periods of increased need.
What we're looking for
The successful candidate will have:
- A minimum of NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Level 4 or 5 desirable).
- Previous experience working at Deputy Manager level within supported living or residential care.
- Experience supporting individuals with: Mental health needs, Learning disabilities & Autism
- Complex support needs and behaviours that may challenge
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- The ability to work independently and adapt quickly across different services.
- A positive, person-centred approach with a commitment to improving people's lives.
- A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
What we offer
- Competitive salary.
- Training and career development opportunities.
- Supportive leadership team.
- The opportunity to make a real difference across multiple services.
- A varied role where no two days are the same.
If you are an experienced Deputy Manager looking for a role where you can use your skills across a range of services and support teams to deliver outstanding care, we would love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £28,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Surbiton KT6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- care management: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Location:
Work Location: In person
