Deputy Manager
MacIntyre
Oxford · posted 20 August 2026
Salary
£26,000 a year
Location
Oxford, Oxfordshire
Category
Management and Consultancy
Deputy Manager – Lifelong Learning Centre, Oxfordshire
Are you the right applicant for this opportunity Find out by reading through the role overview below.
About the role
We're looking for a passionate, driven Deputy Manager to join our Lifelong Learning Centre in Oxfordshire and help us deliver an outstanding service for the people we support.
You'll work alongside the Frontline Manager to lead the day-to-day running of the centre, supporting, coaching and inspiring your team while ensuring the people we support are at the heart of everything we do. It's a role with real variety and real impact: one day you might be shaping person-centred plans and building community connections, the next you're mentoring a new starter, managing a budget, or stepping up to deputise for your manager.
Why MacIntyre?
At MacIntyre, our vision is simple but powerful: for all people with a learning disability to live a life that makes sense to them. Everything we do is guided by our DNA, our values in action, and our commitment to Great Interactions™ and truly Person Centred Approaches.
Join us and you'll be part of an organisation that:
Celebrates each person's unique gifts, talents and contributions
Champions co-production and genuine choice
Invests in your development, from vocational qualifications to ongoing coaching and support
Strives for excellence, and Outstanding, in everything it does
What you'll be doing
Leading, coaching and supervising a team of support staff, helping them grow and deliver excellent, person-centred support
Ensuring the people we support are treated with dignity, respect and equality, and are supported to build meaningful relationships and community connections
Taking a leading role in quality, compliance and regulatory excellence (CQC and beyond)
Managing rotas, budgets and resources to keep the service running smoothly
Deputising for the Frontline Manager and stepping up when needed
Building strong, trusted relationships with families, colleagues and external partners
What we're looking for
At least 2 years' experience working with people with learning disabilities, autism, or in a related field
Proven experience leading, coaching or supervising a team
A track record of delivering person-centred, co-produced support
Strong communication, organisational and IT skills
Experience managing budgets and resources
A current driving licence and willingness to drive company vehicles
Flexibility to work varied hours, including evenings, weekends and on-call as required
Ready to make a difference?
If you're a natural leader who wants to "roll your sleeves up," lead by example, and help people live lives that make sense to them, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and start your journey with MacIntyre.
About you
You've spent time supporting people with learning disabilities or autism, and it's shaped how you work
You're a natural leader - someone who brings out the best in others and helps them grow
You believe people should be at the centre of every decision made about their lives
You're organised and a clear communicator, comfortable with the IT side of the job too
You're practical and resourceful, happy juggling budgets alongside day-to-day support
You hold a full driving licence and don't mind getting behind the wheel for work
About us
MacIntyre is a national charity supporting more than 1,400 children, young people and adults who have a learning disability or are autistic.
For 60 years, we've worked alongside people to build lives filled with opportunity, connection and belonging. Whatever your role, you'll help make that possible.
Pay and benefits
Alongside your salary, you'll enjoy a range of benefits including:
6 weeks' annual leave per year including public holidays
Pension scheme
Paid DBS check
Health and wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme
Shopping discounts through Blue Light Card and our staff discounts scheme
Ongoing training and career development
See the full range of benefits on the Careers page of our website.
How to apply Click Apply to complete a short application and upload your CV.
We may close this vacancy early if we receive enough applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Please note: we do not offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. You must already have the right to work in the UK.
Safer recruitment We are committed to safeguarding the children, young people and adults we support. If we offer you a job, we'll work with you to complete the appropriate pre-employment checks. xwzovoh
Equality, diversity and inclusion We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we work in.
If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we're happy to help, call us on Our recruitment website also includes accessibility tools such as translation, OpenDyslexic font and display options.
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Are you the right applicant for this opportunity Find out by reading through the role overview below.
About the role
We're looking for a passionate, driven Deputy Manager to join our Lifelong Learning Centre in Oxfordshire and help us deliver an outstanding service for the people we support.
You'll work alongside the Frontline Manager to lead the day-to-day running of the centre, supporting, coaching and inspiring your team while ensuring the people we support are at the heart of everything we do. It's a role with real variety and real impact: one day you might be shaping person-centred plans and building community connections, the next you're mentoring a new starter, managing a budget, or stepping up to deputise for your manager.
Why MacIntyre?
At MacIntyre, our vision is simple but powerful: for all people with a learning disability to live a life that makes sense to them. Everything we do is guided by our DNA, our values in action, and our commitment to Great Interactions™ and truly Person Centred Approaches.
Join us and you'll be part of an organisation that:
Celebrates each person's unique gifts, talents and contributions
Champions co-production and genuine choice
Invests in your development, from vocational qualifications to ongoing coaching and support
Strives for excellence, and Outstanding, in everything it does
What you'll be doing
Leading, coaching and supervising a team of support staff, helping them grow and deliver excellent, person-centred support
Ensuring the people we support are treated with dignity, respect and equality, and are supported to build meaningful relationships and community connections
Taking a leading role in quality, compliance and regulatory excellence (CQC and beyond)
Managing rotas, budgets and resources to keep the service running smoothly
Deputising for the Frontline Manager and stepping up when needed
Building strong, trusted relationships with families, colleagues and external partners
What we're looking for
At least 2 years' experience working with people with learning disabilities, autism, or in a related field
Proven experience leading, coaching or supervising a team
A track record of delivering person-centred, co-produced support
Strong communication, organisational and IT skills
Experience managing budgets and resources
A current driving licence and willingness to drive company vehicles
Flexibility to work varied hours, including evenings, weekends and on-call as required
Ready to make a difference?
If you're a natural leader who wants to "roll your sleeves up," lead by example, and help people live lives that make sense to them, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and start your journey with MacIntyre.
About you
You've spent time supporting people with learning disabilities or autism, and it's shaped how you work
You're a natural leader - someone who brings out the best in others and helps them grow
You believe people should be at the centre of every decision made about their lives
You're organised and a clear communicator, comfortable with the IT side of the job too
You're practical and resourceful, happy juggling budgets alongside day-to-day support
You hold a full driving licence and don't mind getting behind the wheel for work
About us
MacIntyre is a national charity supporting more than 1,400 children, young people and adults who have a learning disability or are autistic.
For 60 years, we've worked alongside people to build lives filled with opportunity, connection and belonging. Whatever your role, you'll help make that possible.
Pay and benefits
Alongside your salary, you'll enjoy a range of benefits including:
6 weeks' annual leave per year including public holidays
Pension scheme
Paid DBS check
Health and wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme
Shopping discounts through Blue Light Card and our staff discounts scheme
Ongoing training and career development
See the full range of benefits on the Careers page of our website.
How to apply Click Apply to complete a short application and upload your CV.
We may close this vacancy early if we receive enough applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Please note: we do not offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. You must already have the right to work in the UK.
Safer recruitment We are committed to safeguarding the children, young people and adults we support. If we offer you a job, we'll work with you to complete the appropriate pre-employment checks. xwzovoh
Equality, diversity and inclusion We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we work in.
If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we're happy to help, call us on Our recruitment website also includes accessibility tools such as translation, OpenDyslexic font and display options.