Deputy Manager – Young Adults Transitional Service

Deputy Manager – Young Adults Transitional Service Location: Wolverhampton

The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.
Salary: £36,000–£40,000 per annum
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week

About Para Group Para Group is a forward-thinking organisation committed to “Empowering Futures, Nurturing Potential.” We pride ourselves on being person-centred, delivering high-quality care and investing in our people to help them develop rewarding careers.
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Deputy Manager to join our young adults' transitional residential service in Wolverhampton, supporting individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs.
Our service is focused on helping young adults build independence, develop essential life skills and achieve their personal goals as they transition towards greater autonomy. We aim to provide a safe, supportive and empowering environment where every individual is treated with dignity, respect and compassion.
The service is regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) , and we are committed to maintaining high standards of care, safeguarding and person-centred support.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced care professional who is ready to take the next step in their career, support the Registered Manager and play a key role in the effective day-to-day running of the service.
The Role As Deputy Manager, you will support the Registered Manager in leading the service, ensuring individuals receive safe, effective and person-centred support that promotes independence, choice and wellbeing.
You will help oversee the daily operation of the service, provide leadership to the staff team and ensure that care delivery meets regulatory requirements and organisational standards.
Your responsibilities will include:
Supporting the Registered Manager with the day-to-day management and operation of the service.

Leading, motivating and supporting the staff team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.

Promoting independence, choice, dignity and respect for young adults with learning disabilities and complex needs.

Ensuring individual care and support plans are up to date, followed effectively and regularly reviewed.

Monitoring the quality of care and ensuring support is delivered in line with individual needs, preferences and goals.

Supporting compliance with CQC regulations, relevant legislation, safeguarding procedures and organisational policies.

Maintaining accurate care records, service documentation and reports.

Supporting audits, quality assurance checks, action plans and continuous service improvement.

Contributing to staff recruitment, induction, training, supervision and performance management.

Promoting a positive, supportive working environment and ensuring staff understand their responsibilities.

Liaising with families, healthcare professionals, social workers and other relevant stakeholders to support positive outcomes.

Managing concerns, incidents and safeguarding matters promptly and appropriately, escalating where necessary.

Supporting the management of staffing rotas, service resources and operational requirements.

Acting on behalf of the Registered Manager when required and helping maintain continuity of leadership across the service.

About You We are looking for a confident, compassionate and organised care professional who can lead by example and is committed to delivering high standards of support.
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
Experience in a supervisory, senior support or management role within health and social care.

Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism and/or complex needs.

A good understanding of person-centred care, safeguarding and promoting independence.

Knowledge of CQC requirements, regulatory standards and quality assurance processes.

The ability to lead, motivate and develop a staff team.

Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.

The ability to manage competing priorities and respond calmly to challenging situations.

A commitment to maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.

A professional, proactive approach to improving the quality of care and outcomes for individuals.

A willingness to work flexibly in line with the operational needs of the service.

A Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care is desirable, with a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care , or a willingness to work towards it, highly advantageous. Relevant management experience and the ability to meet the requirements of the role are essential.
What We Offer At Para Group, we recognise that strong leadership is essential to delivering excellent care. We are committed to supporting our managers to develop their skills and progress professionally.
We offer:
Competitive salary: £36,000–£40,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Annual leave: 28 days per year, inclusive of bank holidays.

Company pension: Enrolment into our company pension scheme.

Training and development: Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development.

Career progression: Opportunities to develop your leadership skills and progress within the organisation.

Annual bonus: An annual bonus based on the performance of the service.

Employee Referral Scheme: Earn up to £250 for successful referrals.

Supportive working environment: Work alongside a team committed to high-quality, person-centred care.

Join Our Team If you are an experienced care professional ready to take the next step into management and want to make a meaningful difference to the lives of young adults with learning disabilities and complex needs, we would love to hear from you.
Join Para Group and help lead a service that empowers individuals to develop independence, achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives.
Apply today and become part of a team that is committed to empowering futures and nurturing potential. xwzovoh
Para Group – Empowering Futures, Nurturing Potential.