Deputy Manager
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ivolve Care & Support Deputy Manager
The closing date is 13 September 2026
Job summary
Deputy Manager
Location: Ellesmere Port CH66 4QR
Hours: Full-time, 42 hours per week (including hours on rota, with flexibility to meet service needs)
Salary: £32,000 per annum
Make a Difference Every Day
We're one of the UK's leading adult social care providers, supporting people to live fulfilling, independent lives through Residential, Supported Living and Complex Care services.
Main duties of the job
As a Deputy Manager, you'll support the Registered Manager in delivering high-quality, person-centred care and maintaining excellent standards across the service.
This is a hands-on leadership role, working actively across the rota alongside your team, with dedicated time allocated for office responsibilities. You'll support the day-to-day running of the service, help develop colleagues, oversee operational processes, and promote a positive, inclusive culture where both colleagues and the people we support can thrive.
Working closely with the Registered Manager, families, professionals and other stakeholders, you'll help ensure the people we support achieve positive outcomes and receive the highest standards of care.
You'll contribute across our three key priorities:
Quality Support the delivery of safe, effective and person-centred care, ensuring high standards across the service.
People Coach, motivate and develop colleagues, helping to create a positive and high performing team culture.
Performance Assist with the effective management of rotas, resources and operational processes to support successful service delivery.
About us
Oakmere Cottage is a 6-bed supported living service supporting adults with epilepsy, Prada Willi syndrome, cerebral palsy and diabetes. The service provides a safe, structured and person-centred environment where individuals are supported to build independence, develop daily living skills, and achieve their personal goals.
People we support enjoy a range of activities within the service and in the community, including shopping, pool, pub outings and walking, helping them to stay engaged, active and connected.
Details
Date posted
13 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£32,000 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
L0108-26-0040
Job locations
Oakmere Cottage, Welsh Road
Little Sutton
ELLESMERE PORT
CH66 4QR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Deputy Manager
Location: Ellesmere Port CH66 4QR
Hours: Full-time, 42 hours per week (including hours on rota, with flexibility to meet service needs)
Salary: £32,000 per annum
Make a Difference Every Day
We're one of the UK's leading adult social care providers, supporting people to live fulfilling, independent lives through Residential, Supported Living and Complex Care services.
Oakmere Cottage is a 6-bed supported living service supporting adults with epilepsy, Prada Willi syndrome, cerebral palsy and diabetes. The service provides a safe, structured and person-centred environment where individuals are supported to build independence, develop daily living skills, and achieve their personal goals.
People we support enjoy a range of activities within the service and in the community, including shopping, pool, pub outings and walking, helping them to stay engaged, active and connected.
About the Role
As a Deputy Manager, you'll support the Registered Manager in delivering high-quality, person-centred care and maintaining excellent standards across the service.
This is a hands-on leadership role, working actively across the rota alongside your team, with dedicated time allocated for office responsibilities. You'll support the day-to-day running of the service, help develop colleagues, oversee operational processes, and promote a positive, inclusive culture where both colleagues and the people we support can thrive.
Working closely with the Registered Manager, families, professionals and other stakeholders, you'll help ensure the people we support achieve positive outcomes and receive the highest standards of care.
You'll contribute across our three key priorities:
Quality Support the delivery of safe, effective and person-centred care, ensuring high standards across the service.
People Coach, motivate and develop colleagues, helping to create a positive and high performing team culture.
Performance Assist with the effective management of rotas, resources and operational processes to support successful service delivery.
What We're Looking For
Essential:
Experience in adult social care, ideally within a leadership or senior support role.
NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
Strong understanding of CQC standards, safeguarding and person-centred support.
Experience supporting people with learning disabilities, autism, acquired brain injuries (ABI) or mental health needs.
Strong leadership, communication and relationship-building skills.
Confidence managing rotas, systems and day-to-day service operations.
Ability to support, motivate and develop colleagues to achieve positive outcomes.
Good organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
Desirable:
Working towards, or willingness to complete, a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Adult Care.
Experience undertaking audits, action planning and quality improvement activities.
Full UK driving licence.
Why Join Us?
We believe in rewarding and supporting our colleagues. Alongside competitive pay, you'll receive:
31 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
Your birthday off (after one year's service)
Pension scheme
Industry-leading recognition programmes
Health, wellbeing and financial support
Ongoing training and career development opportunities
Recognised by The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years and winners of the 2026 Health & Social Care Industry Award, we're proud of the positive, people-focused culture we've built.
If you're a passionate and motivated care professional ready to take the next step in your leadership career, we'd love to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Deputy Manager
Location: Ellesmere Port CH66 4QR
Hours: Full-time, 42 hours per week (including hours on rota, with flexibility to meet service needs)
Salary: £32,000 per annum
Make a Difference Every Day
We're one of the UK's leading adult social care providers, supporting people to live fulfilling, independent lives through Residential, Supported Living and Complex Care services.
Oakmere Cottage is a 6-bed supported living service supporting adults with epilepsy, Prada Willi syndrome, cerebral palsy and diabetes. The service provides a safe, structured and person-centred environment where individuals are supported to build independence, develop daily living skills, and achieve their personal goals.
People we support enjoy a range of activities within the service and in the community, including shopping, pool, pub outings and walking, helping them to stay engaged, active and connected.
About the Role
As a Deputy Manager, you'll support the Registered Manager in delivering high-quality, person-centred care and maintaining excellent standards across the service.
This is a hands-on leadership role, working actively across the rota alongside your team, with dedicated time allocated for office responsibilities. You'll support the day-to-day running of the service, help develop colleagues, oversee operational processes, and promote a positive, inclusive culture where both colleagues and the people we support can thrive.
Working closely with the Registered Manager, families, professionals and other stakeholders, you'll help ensure the people we support achieve positive outcomes and receive the highest standards of care.
You'll contribute across our three key priorities:
Quality Support the delivery of safe, effective and person-centred care, ensuring high standards across the service.
People Coach, motivate and develop colleagues, helping to create a positive and high performing team culture.
Performance Assist with the effective management of rotas, resources and operational processes to support successful service delivery.
What We're Looking For
Essential:
Experience in adult social care, ideally within a leadership or senior support role.
NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
Strong understanding of CQC standards, safeguarding and person-centred support.
Experience supporting people with learning disabilities, autism, acquired brain injuries (ABI) or mental health needs.
Strong leadership, communication and relationship-building skills.
Confidence managing rotas, systems and day-to-day service operations.
Ability to support, motivate and develop colleagues to achieve positive outcomes.
Good organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
Desirable:
Working towards, or willingness to complete, a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Adult Care.
Experience undertaking audits, action planning and quality improvement activities.
Full UK driving licence.
Why Join Us?
We believe in rewarding and supporting our colleagues. Alongside competitive pay, you'll receive:
31 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
Your birthday off (after one year's service)
Pension scheme
Industry-leading recognition programmes
Health, wellbeing and financial support
Ongoing training and career development opportunities
Recognised by The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years and winners of the 2026 Health & Social Care Industry Award, we're proud of the positive, people-focused culture we've built.
If you're a passionate and motivated care professional ready to take the next step in your leadership career, we'd love to hear from you.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
ivolve Care & Support
Address
Oakmere Cottage, Welsh Road
Little Sutton
ELLESMERE PORT
CH66 4QR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://ivolve.care/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
ivolve Care & Support
Address
Oakmere Cottage, Welsh Road
Little Sutton
ELLESMERE PORT
CH66 4QR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://ivolve.care/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Recruitment Partner
April Gibson (Recruitment Partner)
07561858517
Details
Date posted
13 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£32,000 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
L0108-26-0040
Job locations
Oakmere Cottage, Welsh Road
Little Sutton
ELLESMERE PORT
CH66 4QR
United Kingdom
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