Assistant Manager

Job Description Assistant ManagerHarrogate & Knaresborough14.22 per hourAre you an experienced care professional ready to step into a leadership role? We are looking for a passionate and values-driven Assistant Manager to support the Service Manager in leading three services and delivering high-quality, person-centred support.This is a hands-on leadership role where you will mentor teams, support compliance, oversee day-to-day operations and help drive continuous improvement all while ensuring the people we support live extraordinary lives.What We OfferClear career pathways and development opportunitiesUp to 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)Fully funded recognised qualificationsBlue Light Scheme & rewards platform access24/7 Employee Assistance ProgrammePension schemeThe RoleAs Assistant Manager, you will:Support compliance with regulatory and contract requirementsCoach and mentor colleagues on shiftAssist with care planning and risk assessmentsPromote active support, inclusion and community engagementSupport rota management and staffing resourcesBuild strong partnerships with families and professionalsChampion a digital-first approach and continuous improvementAbout YouNVQ Level 2 (willing to work towards Level 3)Experience supporting people with disabilities and/or autismKnowledge of social care regulationsStrong organisational and leadership skillsConfident with IT systems and dataFull UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential)Shift Pattern: Days, nights, sleep-ins and every other weekend as part of a 24/7 service.If youre ready to take the next step in your care career and lead with integrity, inclusion and purpose wed love to hear from you.We recognise the importance of recruiting skilled, compassionate, and reliable staff, whilst demonstrating in practice our commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk. Please be aware its a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that particular group such as adults or children. Please note any successful job offer will be conditional based on pre-employment checks such as DBS and referencing prior to a start date agreed. The Wilf Ward Family Trust has a clear commitment to safeguarding within all practices, for more information on criminal discloses you can visit Check if you need to tell someone about your criminal record: When you need to tell someone about your criminal record JBRP1_UKTJ

Created: 2026-03-12