Deputy Care Manager

Description:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Care Manager at Sense, a charity that provides essential care and support to individuals who are deafblind, have visual and/or hearing impairments, complex needs, and learning disabilities. The service is based in King’s Norton, Birmingham, and offers a vibrant, supportive environment for both staff and the people we care for.

As a Deputy Care Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the Registered Care Manager to deliver high-quality, personalised care. Your role will include managing staff and providing direct support to individuals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide staff management (15 hours/week), including creating rotas and mentoring Support Workers.
• Offer direct support (20 hours/week) as a Waking Night Support Worker.
• Support the Registered Care Manager in delivering personalised care to 8 residents with complex needs, including deafblindness, visual/hearing impairments, and learning disabilities.
• Ensure the service operates efficiently and provides the highest standard of care to residents.

About Sense:

Sense is a leading charity that supports people living with complex disabilities and deafblindness. Their mission is to ensure that everyone has the chance to communicate and experience the world to their fullest potential. Sense is a Disability Confident Employer and offers a flexible and supportive environment for employees.

Benefits:

• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Matched pension contributions up to 5%.
• Free life assurance policy.
• Cashback and discounts on high street brands and 10% off Sense charity shops.
• Cycle to work scheme and travel season ticket loans.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Free DBS check (if required).
• £350 refer-a-friend scheme.
• Free access to over 100 training courses, including the care certificate.
• Headspace app for mindfulness.