Job requirements
Essential
5 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- What you'll bring to the role
You’ve worked as a Senior Support Worker, Team Leader, or Deputy Manager and are ready for the next step.
- What you'll bring to the role
You’re a natural leader — approachable, supportive, and great at bringing out the best in others.
- What you'll bring to the role
You’re passionate about high-quality care and know how important it is to residents and their families.
- What you'll bring to the role
You’re organised, proactive, and confident in managing the practical side of care (risk assessments, audits, compliance).
- What you'll bring to the role
Most importantly, you care deeply about people — both the residents we support and the colleagues you’ll be working alongside.
Desirable
Not listed in the available specification.
Sapphire House is located in Maidstone, in Kent. The home supports six autistic males and females, who may also have a learning disability. We are on a quiet street, off a main road, near the town centre.Our team are committed to empowering and encouraging the people we care for to develop the skills they need to live as independently as possible. Together we will work towards building independent skills and confidence, to assist them in meeting their potential.
What you'll be doing
- Supporting the Home Manager to make sure our home runs smoothly and always meets regulatory standards (CQC/RQIA).
- Leading, guiding, and inspiring the senior care team to provide outstanding, person-centred support.
- Building strong relationships with residents, families, colleagues, and external professionals.
- Holding regular staff meetings, keeping communication open and positive.
- Helping new staff settle in with thorough inductions, ongoing training, and plenty of encouragement.
- Overseeing risk assessments and safety checks to make sure our home is safe and compliant.
- Playing a key role in quality checks and audits, always looking for ways we can improve.
- Working alongside regional managers to develop and introduce new ideas and services.
- Ensuring our staff feel valued, supported, and motivated to do their very best.
What we will give you in return
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
- Leadership & management development
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses
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This advert is for Deputy Manager with Priory Healthcare in Maidstone, England. It is listed as a Manager role. The advertised salary is £14.95 / hour. The contract type is Permanent - Full Time. Check the source advert for the latest closing date before applying.
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