Deputy Manager - Supported Living

Job Title: Deputy Manager – Supported Living
Location: Gloucestershire, West Midlands, UK
Salary: Up to £36,000 per annum (DOE)

Job Description:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and experienced Deputy Manager to join a leading specialist provider supporting adults, young people, and children with complex needs across Gloucestershire and the West Midlands. The Deputy Manager role in supported living offers a chance to make a meaningful difference in people's lives by leading a compassionate, high-quality team committed to person-centred care. If you are passionate about empowering individuals with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, or behaviours that challenge, and are ready to step into a leadership position, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and motivate the support team to deliver exceptional, person-centred care.
• Ensure high standards of support and compliance with regulatory requirements, including CQC standards.
• Coach and mentor staff to foster a culture of care, inclusion, and respect.
• Work closely with the Manager to develop and implement service improvements.
• Actively participate in supporting individuals to achieve their personal goals and promote independence.
• Maintain a safe, supportive environment that reflects the organisation’s values.
• Support the recruitment, training, and development of team members.

Requirements:

• Minimum of two years’ experience as a Deputy Manager or in a similar leadership role within a regulated setting.
• Proven track record of leading teams to deliver outstanding support for people with complex needs.
• Strong commitment to person-centred support, dignity, and respect.
• Hands-on, approachable leadership style with the ability to motivate others.
• Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care or willingness to work towards it (Level 3 with ambition).
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle with business insurance.
• Reliable, flexible, and positive attitude.

Why Join Us:
Our client doesn't just invest in the people they support – they will invest in you. They’re committed to recognising your strengths and helping you grow in areas you’re passionate about, so you can thrive both personally and professionally.

They offer:

• Leadership development through coaching and fully funded training.
• Opportunities for career growth within a forward-thinking organisation.
• A positive workplace culture rooted in care, empathy, and empowerment.
• Salary up to £36,000 per year.
• Parking permit for Gloucestershire.
• Paid induction, shadow shifts, and specialist face-to-face training.
• Fully funded Enhanced DBS check.
• Flexibility with regular hours and on-call responsibilities.
• Recognition schemes, discounts, and employee benefits.

Why This Role Matters:
You will be joining at a pivotal moment where the foundations are being set for future growth. This is a rare opportunity to influence organisational direction, develop new services, and create a lasting impact across multiple settings. If you want to grow with a values-driven organisation and make a real difference, we want to hear from you.

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.