Assistant Service Manager

Assistant Service Manager - Canterbury £29012 (per annum pro rata) We are seeking an Assistant Service Manager who demonstrates a proactive, hands-on approach and a genuine commitment to enhancing the quality of life for the individuals we support. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership capabilities, excel in dynamic environments, and maintain a professional, solution-focused attitude. Smock Acre is a dedicated support service providing care for three adults with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, and communication needs. The individuals we support present with complex medical requirements and necessitate a high level of personal care, including moving and handling assistance, with one individual requiring PEG feeding support. Our service is based in a lovely but rural location, offering a peaceful and rewarding working environment. Because there is no nearby public transport, candidates will need to have their own form of transport to travel to and from the service. What you ll be doing As our Assistant Service Manager, you will play a pivotal role in developing a safe, empowering, and high-quality service. You will work in close collaboration with the Service Manager to lead, motivate, and cultivate a positive and high-performing staff team. Your responsibilities will include balancing safeguarding requirements with positive risk-taking to promote independence, maintaining current knowledge of policies, procedures, and best practice standards, and ..... full job details .....