DescriptionThe Lodge is located in Highbridge, Somerset. The home offers residential support for 12 males and females who are autistic or have mental health needs. We are on a busy street, very close to the town centre, local amenities and public transport links.Our team are dedicated to ensuring the people we care for are supported to live their best life, meeting their desired outcomes and goals.What you’ll be doingAre you an experienced care professional looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a dedicated Deputy Home Manager to support the Home Manager in leading our team and ensuring the highest standards of care, compliance, and service. In return, you’ll benefit from the support of a knowledgeable and experienced multidisciplinary care team, with access to ongoing training, professional development, and excellent opportunities for career progression.
In this role, youll play a vital part in delivering high-quality care by:
Supporting the assessment and implementation of tailored care plansAssisting qualified staff to deliver safe, effective, and person-centred supportCarrying out day-to-day activities that promote wellbeing, dignity, and independenceHelping create a positive, supportive environment where residents can thriveYou can find additional information in the attached job description.What you’ll bring to the roleThis position is a leadership role at Priory and during the interview process we will be assessing candidates against our leadership behaviours. These are a set of ten values driven behaviours that define great leadership at Priory. They are integral to driving a positive high performing culture where we strive to deliver the best care and outcomes for the people we support. You can find out more about our interview approach and our leadership behaviours
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.What we will give you in returnWe want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
Contributory pension schemeFlexible 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 opportunitiesSponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panelLeadership & management developmentLong service awardRefer a friend bonuses
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.About Priory
Priory is the UKs leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions
including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and childrens mental health
and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, PraderWilli Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer
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For agency enquiries and applications, please view our legal statement
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All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.TPBN1_UKTJ…