Assistant Manager
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 27 Tachwedd 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £35,750 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 27 Rhagfyr 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Castle Cary, Somerset |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Autonomy Life |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: |
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Join a Team That Puts People First
Location: Castle Cary
Role: Assistant Manager
Hours: 40 hours per week with flexibility, participation with on call is essential
Salary: £35,750 - £37,250
At Weavers Lodge, we believe that everyone — staff and service users alike — deserves to live and work in an environment where they can thrive. Our home supports up to 8 adults with learning disabilities and complex behavioural needs, some of whom may also live with Autism, mental health conditions, or communication challenges.
This is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to become a culture catalyst — someone who nurtures wellbeing, leads with empathy, and helps others to reach their full potential.
What Makes Weavers Lodge Different?
We are values-led. That means we prioritise:
Empowerment: enabling those we support to live their best lives.
Connection: fostering relationships built on trust, kindness, and dignity.
Growth: investing in our people so they can flourish personally and professionally.
What You Can Expect From Us
Generous Leave: 6 weeks annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
Paid Breaks: because your time matters too
Health & Wellbeing Support:
24-hour confidential advice line
Mental Health First Aiders
Access to Blue Light Card discounts
Long Service Recognition
Pension Scheme: Auto-enrolment
Inclusive Leadership: Supportive, accessible managers who listen
Your Role
As a Assistant Manager, you'll:
Lead a team with compassion and clarity
Create inclusive rotas that respect both team needs and the individuals we support
Champion personalised care planning and behavioural support
Promote a culture of learning, safety, and continuous improvement
What You Bring
We’re looking for people who lead with heart and purpose — and who live our values in action.
Essential:
A values-driven leadership style
Experience supporting adults with complex behavioural need
Experience in Positive Behaviour Support
QCF Level 3 (or equivalent)
Strong communication, numeracy, and digital skills
A deep understanding of learning disabilities and complex needs
Personal qualities:
Caring and respectful: you put people’s rights and choices first
Emotionally intelligent: you listen deeply and lead with empathy
Flexible and reliable: you go the extra mile to make a difference
Curious and committed: you’re always learning and growing
Energetic and encouraging: you inspire others through your actions
Development That Goes Beyond Compliance
We’re not just ticking boxes. We invest in learning and development to build confident, skilled, and compassionate leaders.
Fully funded Diplomas & Apprenticeships
Accredited Positive Behaviour Support Training
Comprehensive onboarding and mandatory training
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
We are committed to the safety, dignity and wellbeing of every individual we support. We operate robust, fair and trauma-informed safer recruitment practices and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
If you’ve disclosed something that may impact your work with vulnerable adults, we’ll consider it openly and sensitively as part of our commitment to fair and inclusive recruitment.
Inclusion Matters
We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applicants regardless of age, race, gender identity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or background. We actively seek to create an identity-safe, psychologically secure environment where everyone can be themselves.
Location: Castle Cary
Role: Assistant Manager
Hours: 40 hours per week with flexibility, participation with on call is essential
Salary: £35,750 - £37,250
At Weavers Lodge, we believe that everyone — staff and service users alike — deserves to live and work in an environment where they can thrive. Our home supports up to 8 adults with learning disabilities and complex behavioural needs, some of whom may also live with Autism, mental health conditions, or communication challenges.
This is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to become a culture catalyst — someone who nurtures wellbeing, leads with empathy, and helps others to reach their full potential.
What Makes Weavers Lodge Different?
We are values-led. That means we prioritise:
Empowerment: enabling those we support to live their best lives.
Connection: fostering relationships built on trust, kindness, and dignity.
Growth: investing in our people so they can flourish personally and professionally.
What You Can Expect From Us
Generous Leave: 6 weeks annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
Paid Breaks: because your time matters too
Health & Wellbeing Support:
24-hour confidential advice line
Mental Health First Aiders
Access to Blue Light Card discounts
Long Service Recognition
Pension Scheme: Auto-enrolment
Inclusive Leadership: Supportive, accessible managers who listen
Your Role
As a Assistant Manager, you'll:
Lead a team with compassion and clarity
Create inclusive rotas that respect both team needs and the individuals we support
Champion personalised care planning and behavioural support
Promote a culture of learning, safety, and continuous improvement
What You Bring
We’re looking for people who lead with heart and purpose — and who live our values in action.
Essential:
A values-driven leadership style
Experience supporting adults with complex behavioural need
Experience in Positive Behaviour Support
QCF Level 3 (or equivalent)
Strong communication, numeracy, and digital skills
A deep understanding of learning disabilities and complex needs
Personal qualities:
Caring and respectful: you put people’s rights and choices first
Emotionally intelligent: you listen deeply and lead with empathy
Flexible and reliable: you go the extra mile to make a difference
Curious and committed: you’re always learning and growing
Energetic and encouraging: you inspire others through your actions
Development That Goes Beyond Compliance
We’re not just ticking boxes. We invest in learning and development to build confident, skilled, and compassionate leaders.
Fully funded Diplomas & Apprenticeships
Accredited Positive Behaviour Support Training
Comprehensive onboarding and mandatory training
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
We are committed to the safety, dignity and wellbeing of every individual we support. We operate robust, fair and trauma-informed safer recruitment practices and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
If you’ve disclosed something that may impact your work with vulnerable adults, we’ll consider it openly and sensitively as part of our commitment to fair and inclusive recruitment.
Inclusion Matters
We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applicants regardless of age, race, gender identity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or background. We actively seek to create an identity-safe, psychologically secure environment where everyone can be themselves.