Package Description

JOB ROLE: Deputy Care Home Manager

LOCATION: Newport, Gwent (NP20)

SALARY:  £15.60 - £16.20* per hour

About Woodside:

At Woodside Cottage we offer bespoke support and enablement for eight people who, in addition to their Learning Disability, have additional support needs associated with Autism, an Acquired Brain Injury, Prada Willie Syndrome, complex health needs or physical disabilities. We encourage and motivate each person to feel good about themselves. We support people to gain confidence and do the things that are important to them and ultimately to lead happy and fulfilled lives. We encourage everybody to have a voice about what matters in their lives and our support is focussed on ensuring that their voice is heard about every aspect of their lives.

 The Elms is separate to the main house and has two studio apartments. Our studio apartments offer a clear progression pathway. The pathway offers an opportunity for self-development and maximum personal growth, regardless of complex health and social care needs. The studio apartments provide a private space for staff to enable skill development or coaching sessions. People can trial independence in a setting which has 24 hour staffing available, to assist with development of their life skills. We feel that The Elms enables people who want to live more independently, take those first steps to greater independence within a safe, risk managed environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Care Home Manager in the overall management of the facility, including staff management, resident care, and administrative tasks.
• Assist in the recruitment, training, and supervision of care staff, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
• Oversee the assessment, care planning, and implementation of care plans for residents, ensuring their individual needs and preferences are met.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of care provided, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including resident files, staff rosters, and financial documents.
• Act as a point of contact for residents, families, and external stakeholders, addressing any concerns or inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and company policies, promoting a safe and supportive environment for residents and staff.
• Participate in regular meetings and training sessions, contributing to the continuous professional development of the team.

We are looking for a Deputy Manager who has:

• Proven experience in a similar role within the healthcare or social care sector.
• A relevant qualification in health or social care (e.g., NVQ Level 3, Diploma in Health and Social Care).
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• A compassionate and caring attitude towards residents, families, and colleagues.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations, including CQC standards.
• IT proficiency, including experience with care management systems.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Competitive salary with clear career progression. If you're Level 5 qualified, there’s a great salary package on offer!
• Career Development: We invest in you! Paid training, qualifications, and development opportunities – we’re all about helping you level up your career.
• Work-Life Balance: 5.6 weeks annual leave to keep you recharged, plus flexible overtime options.
• Perks & Discounts: Access to discounts with high street retailers, on holidays, and even for car purchases through the Blue Light Card. Plus, we cover your DBS check!
• Supportive Environment: You’ll be part of a supportive and inclusive team that values your ideas. Regular supervisions and team meetings ensure you have everything you need to succeed.
• Impactful Work: Make a tangible difference in the lives of vulnerable adults. This isn’t just a job – it’s a chance to be a leader in a growing, values-driven organization.

If you’re a driven professional ready to take the next step in your career and lead a team that truly cares, we’d love to hear from you!

About Keys Group:

Keys Group supports over 2,500 individuals across England and Wales through its three divisions: Accomplish, providing specialist residential, supported living, and accommodation for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and brain injuries; Keys, offering education and care for children and families through schools, children’s homes, supported accommodation, and family assessment centres; and Peak, delivering indoor and outdoor adventure activities across four UK centres, including bespoke education programs and confidence-building activities like bushcraft, climbing, and canoeing.

Keys Group are very proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant that means we have made a commitment to welcoming service personnel, veterans and military families into the group. We are delighted to have veteran friendly policies, offer a Veterans Peer Support Network within our teams and are able to offer Military Awareness and support to our colleagues.

As part of our commitment, we will offer a guaranteed interview to current and former service personnel providing that they meet the criteria of the role that they are applying for. If you feel that you meet the criteria for this, please ensure that you have your military experience detailed on your CV for one of our resourcing team to get in touch.

Please note that due to the vulnerable nature of the people that we support, all applicants must be over the age of 18.

*Dependent on experience and qualification

Keys Group