Deputy Manager

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 April 2026
LOCATION
Old Woking
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£30,000 / year
CATEGORY
Healthcare
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SKILLS

CQC standards Safeguarding Health and Safety Clinical Governance Record Keeping Patient Care Management Communication Skills

FULL DESCRIPTION

Deputy Manager

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] Life Works House is looking to recruit a Deputy Manager to join the team. This is a full-time/ 37.5 Hour role working Monday- Friday.

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.

What you'll be doing

  • Ensure managerial tasks completed in the absence of the Service Manager, deputising for them in their absence.
  • Contributing to, or being responsible for key elements of the admissions (ATP) assessment, including the planning and implementation of support available post assessment within the site for people who are due to be admitted.
  • Support the Therapy Team with planning admissions and discharges.
  • Responsible for the proper maintenance and updates of all reports and records Via Nourish and holding accountability for updating Regulatory folders.
  • Ensure compliance with good practice guidelines and legislative, statutory and organisational requirements, including but not limited to health and safety, personnel data, care plans, and staff supervision.
  • Contributing to the preparation, implementation, embedding and sustaining of governance processes.

What you'll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

A good working knowledge of CQC standards, safeguarding, health and safety, and clinical governance is essential, along with the ability to maintain accurate records and support audits and inspections. The role requires excellent organisational and communication skills, a calm and compassionate approach, and the ability to manage challenging situations professionally. The ideal candidate will be resilient, values-driven, and committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred, recovery-led care within a residential setting.

For more information about the role, please email [contact hidden]

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at [Employer hidden] 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.

  • Free on-site parking
  • Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
  • Enhanced maternity pay
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Flexible 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 opportunities
  • Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
  • Leadership & management development
  • Long service award
  • Refer a friend bonuses
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