Deputy Manager

Job summary

The Cedar Foundation is seeking to recruit the following staff member:

Job Code: 26-172-DM-CROFT-WEB
Job Role: Deputy Manager (12 months)
Location: Croft Communities, 71 Bloomfield Rd, Bangor      
Salary: Starting on £33,575 per annum, pro rata​​​​​​​
Hours: 30 hours per week (selection of shifts to include weekdays and weekend duties)
Contract: Temporary 12 months Initially

The Role

The Deputy Manager will support the Registered Manager & Respite Manager to develop and implement personalised care/support plans and individual risk assessments to meet individual needs.  You ensure the delivery of quality care and support.  You will manage budgets and resources effectively.

Benefits

• 23 days annual leave pro rata that increases to 28 days pro rata after 5 years, and 30 days pro rata after 10 years’ service.
• Pay progression, with annual incremental pay increases on salary scale
• Flexi-time policy.
• Enhanced auto-enrolment pension scheme consisting of 5% employee contribution and 4% employer contribution.
• Occupational Sick Pay Scheme.
• Investor in People Platinum accredited organisation with commitment to development of the staff team through training and learning opportunities.
• Staff recognition & reward incentives aligned to high standards of performance and value-based work.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Health Cashback scheme (including access to 24/7 Doctor’s Line & counselling services).
• Special offers at over 600 leading high street and online retailers.

Essential Criteria

1. A professional social work qualification and registered on the appropriate part of the Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC) register, without condition.

OR

A first level registered nurse on the appropriate part of the Nursing and Midwifery Council register.

OR

An Allied Health Professional registered with the Health Professions Council, combined with a minimum of three years’ work experience in any health or social care setting with people who have significant needs. At least one years of this experience must be in a relevant management capacity in a health and social care setting.

OR

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care Services (Adults’ Management) Wales and Northern Ireland and be eligible for registration on appointment, combined with a minimum of four years’ practice experience in any health and social care setting as above.

2. Experience of managing in a group living facility for people who have learning disabilities and significant associated needs.
              
3. Working knowledge of the needs of people with learning and physical disabilities.
              
4. High level of competency in IT to include Microsoft Office packages.   

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Closing Date: Thursday, 30th July 2026 at 10am

THE CEDAR FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

Please note – The Cedar Foundation does not offer Sponsorship.