Deputy Manager

Lifeway’s Group; Hereford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned care provider in Hereford is seeking a Deputy Manager to lead the team in delivering outstanding mental health support. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care and demonstrate proven leadership skills. This role focuses on fostering a supportive environment and championing quality in service delivery. Join a company committed to investing in its staff and fostering a culture of care and innovation, with numerous benefits including leadership development and financial wellbeing tools.

Benefits

Access to financial wellbeing tools

Leadership development & clear progression pathways

Supportive, inclusive workplace culture

Company pension scheme

Access to wellbeing resources

Reward & Recognition programmes

Exclusive discounts through CHOICE Rewards

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care (Level 5 desirable or working towards).
• Proven experience in team leadership and operational management.
• A genuine passion for delivering outstanding care — and leading by example.

Responsibilities

• Foster an open, supportive culture that empowers your team to deliver high‑quality, person‑led support.
• Lead with passion and professionalism, supporting people living with mental health conditions.
• Champion quality and continuous improvement across all areas of service delivery.
• Build meaningful relationships with your team, families, and the local community.

Job description

Who We Are

At Lifeways, every day is an opportunity to make a difference. Our people don’t just work here — they build fulfilling careers and transform lives. Across the UK, we support individuals with learning disabilities, autism, brain injuries, mental health conditions, and complex care needs, empowering them to live full and meaningful lives.

The Opportunity

Deputy Manager –Mental Health –Hereford

We’re looking for an inspiring Deputy Manager to join Tillington Road in Hereford; as Deputy Manager, you’ll support the Service Manager to ensure exceptional, person‑centred care is delivered to the people living here, enabling them to live independently while receiving the exact package of recovery support that they need.

Here, residents enjoy both vibrant community connections and the independence of their own space — and you’ll play a vital role in making that possible. A driver would be ideal for this role, however there ลด good transport links for non‑drivers.

In this role, you will:

• Foster an open, supportive culture that empowers your team to deliver high‑quality, person‑led support.
• Lead with passion and professionalism, supporting people living with mental health conditions.
• Champion quality and continuous improvement across all areas of service delivery.
• Build meaningful relationships with your team, families, and the local community.
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You’ll lead with purpose, inspire confidence, and drive excellence — shaping the future of care at Heron Court.

What You’ll Bring

• Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care (Level 5 desirable or working towards).
• Proven experience in team leadership and operational management.
• A genuine passion for delivering outstanding care — and leading by example.

If you embody empathy, courage, honesty, ellers and passion, you’ll feel right at home here.

Why Join Lifeways?

When you join us, you’re stepping into a leadership role within a company that truly invests in its people. Our values guide everything we do: Caring – Honest – Belo Team – Innovative – Courageous – Equal

You’ll benefit from:

• Access financial wellbeing tools with Stream, including real‑time pay tracking and instant early access to earned wages.
• Leadership development & clear progression pathways.
• A supportive, inclusive workplace culture.
• -lein company pension scheme.
• Access to wellbeing resources & mental health support.
• Reward & Recognition programmes.
• Exclusive discountsorium shopping, tech, travel, and more through CHOICE Rewards.

Why Now?

This is an exciting moment to join Lifeways. We’re on a bold journey to become the Care Provider of Choice, continuously improving how we support both our teams and the people in our care.

You’re Not Just Anyone — and neither is this role

As a Deputy Manager at Lifeways, you create environments where people thrive, and every decision you make shapes someone’s future. Discover why this matters in our newest video: https://vimeo.com/1139996266?fl=pl&fe=sh

We’re not working with agencies for this recruitment. Any CVs sent to Lifeways by recruitment agencies will be treated as a gift.