Deputy Manager – Specialist Services
| Posting date: | 30 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £32,000 to £35,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 May 2026 |
| Location: | Great Yarmouth, Anglia, NR31 9DP |
| Company: | Meridian Business Support |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 59818174 |
Summary
Job Title: Deputy Manager – Specialist Services
Location: Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
Salary: £32,000 – £35,000 per annum (DOE)
We are recruiting for an experienced Deputy Manager to join a specialist care service in Great Yarmouth. This is a key leadership role supporting the Home Manager in the day-to-day running of the service, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care for individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs.
The service operates using a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) model, focusing on promoting independence, choice, inclusion and quality of life for all residents.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Home Manager in the overall operation of the service
- Lead, supervise and support care staff to deliver high-quality, person-centred care
- Take responsibility for the service in the absence of the Home Manager
- Monitor residents’ wellbeing and ensure care plans are accurate and up to date
- Support medication management and care documentation
- Conduct staff supervision, appraisals and ongoing development
- Act as safeguarding lead in the absence of the Home Manager
- Ensure compliance with CQC standards, health and safety and infection control requirements
- Build strong relationships with residents, families and external professionals
- Promote a positive, inclusive environment and encourage resident engagement and independence
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Deputy Manager within a residential care setting
- Strong understanding of learning disabilities and complex care needs
- Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) approaches (desirable)
- Good understanding of CQC standards and regulatory compliance
- Experience in staff supervision, development and performance management
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with families and multidisciplinary teams
Salary & Benefits
- £32,000 – £35,000 per annum (depending on experience)
- Opportunities for training, development and career progression
- Supportive leadership and structured onboarding
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Employee wellbeing and support initiatives
- A collaborative working environment focused on quality care delivery
About the Role
This is a rewarding opportunity to join a service that places people at the heart of care delivery. You will play a vital role in ensuring residents receive safe, compassionate and effective support, while also leading and developing a dedicated care team.
The service is committed to the PBS model, ensuring that care is tailored to individual needs and focused on improving quality of life through proactive and person-centred approaches.
Apply
If you are an experienced Deputy Manager looking for your next opportunity within specialist care services, apply today to be considered.
Please note: This role requires relevant experience within a residential care or specialist care setting.
Location: Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
Salary: £32,000 – £35,000 per annum (DOE)
We are recruiting for an experienced Deputy Manager to join a specialist care service in Great Yarmouth. This is a key leadership role supporting the Home Manager in the day-to-day running of the service, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care for individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs.
The service operates using a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) model, focusing on promoting independence, choice, inclusion and quality of life for all residents.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Home Manager in the overall operation of the service
- Lead, supervise and support care staff to deliver high-quality, person-centred care
- Take responsibility for the service in the absence of the Home Manager
- Monitor residents’ wellbeing and ensure care plans are accurate and up to date
- Support medication management and care documentation
- Conduct staff supervision, appraisals and ongoing development
- Act as safeguarding lead in the absence of the Home Manager
- Ensure compliance with CQC standards, health and safety and infection control requirements
- Build strong relationships with residents, families and external professionals
- Promote a positive, inclusive environment and encourage resident engagement and independence
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Deputy Manager within a residential care setting
- Strong understanding of learning disabilities and complex care needs
- Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) approaches (desirable)
- Good understanding of CQC standards and regulatory compliance
- Experience in staff supervision, development and performance management
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with families and multidisciplinary teams
Salary & Benefits
- £32,000 – £35,000 per annum (depending on experience)
- Opportunities for training, development and career progression
- Supportive leadership and structured onboarding
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Employee wellbeing and support initiatives
- A collaborative working environment focused on quality care delivery
About the Role
This is a rewarding opportunity to join a service that places people at the heart of care delivery. You will play a vital role in ensuring residents receive safe, compassionate and effective support, while also leading and developing a dedicated care team.
The service is committed to the PBS model, ensuring that care is tailored to individual needs and focused on improving quality of life through proactive and person-centred approaches.
Apply
If you are an experienced Deputy Manager looking for your next opportunity within specialist care services, apply today to be considered.
Please note: This role requires relevant experience within a residential care or specialist care setting.
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