Deputy Manager

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can really make a difference? Are you an experienced care professional looking for a change?

Agincare Enable are currently recruiting for a Deputy Manager to help lead our service in Chard, Somerset. 

As an Agincare employee you'll enjoy

• £29,120 per year
• Refer a friend scheme - earn up to £1000*
• Outstanding career development
• Fully funded training up to QCF level 5
• Blue Light care discount package
• Company pension scheme

About The Role

Reporting to the Registered Manager, as Deputy Manager you will be responsible for leading the care team to ensure that the care delivered to our service users is safe, supportive and person-centred.

You will ensure that these needs are regularly reviewed to ensure they meet their current requirements, and ensure the general standards of hygiene and cleanliness and equipment are maintained for their safety and wellbeing.

You will support the Registered Manager in the day to day running of the service, assuming full capacity in their absence.

About You

• Knowledgeable of the care sector - preferably within a supported living setting
• Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities and managing challenging behaviour
• Good knowledge of the CQC key lines of enquiry and other regulatory frameworks.
• NVQ level 3 or above in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
• Prior experience leading and engaging a team of Care Managers, Seniors and Support Workers
• Valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle 

About Agincare

We’re a family run business that’s been caring and supporting  people since 1986. With over 4,500 team members, we’re one of the UK’s largest care providers and are continuing to grow. We have over 100 locations across England including care& nursing homes, home care branches, extra care schemes, supported living properties and live-in offices.

Agincare are signatories of the Care Leaver Covenant and are committed to supporting care leavers to live independently. We are proud to be able to offer a guaranteed interview to care leavers, or an informal conversation about our career opportunities.

All of our care services are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Equal opportunities are important to us at Agincare and we welcome applications from all.

*Refer a friend bonuses are subject to terms and conditions