Care Deputy Manager

Consensus Support; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated care provider in Chelmsford is seeking a Deputy Manager to lead a team in delivering exceptional support services. You will work closely with the Service Manager, managing daily operations and empowering clients to engage in meaningful activities. Ideal candidates will have experience in social care and demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills. This role offers competitive hourly pay and a supportive environment emphasizing personal and professional development.

Benefits

Career Ladder

Learning & Development

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Workplace Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in the social care sector as a Senior Support Worker, Team Leader, or Senior Care Assistant.
• Strong leadership skills to support the Service Manager and team.
• Values that emphasize kindness, commitment, and creativity.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support in daily management of the service.
• Engage people in meaningful activities to improve their quality of life.
• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care as part of a team.

Skills

Leadership

Effective communication

Empathy

Job description

Overview

Consensus is not just a care provider – we’re a community of amazing people dedicated to inspiring and empowering people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. If you’re looking for a career where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, then this may be the job for you.

Role

Role: Deputy Manager

Salary

Salary: £14.86 - £15.16 per hour

Service

Service: The Beehive, CM2 9RA

Your Benefits

Consensus is a certified Great Place to Work®, as well as being one of the UK’s Best Workplaces™ for Women, Development, and Wellbeing in 2025. Here’s just a small selection of the benefits you’ll enjoy:

• Career Ladder: Our dedicated career ladder provides clear opportunities for your future progression.
• Learning & Development: Support your personal and professional growth with training and qualifications to enable you to achieve your full potential.
• Financial Benefits: Life Assurance of twice your annual basic salary. Withdraw a percentage of your wages as you earn them before payday with Wagestream. Access to Discounts from over 150 retailers.
• Health & Wellbeing: From confidential telephone counselling, dedicated wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme.

Your Role

Through understanding the needs of the people you support, you’ll provide exceptional care that truly changes lives. A career with meaning, you’ll also have a lot of fun, too – from helping with daily tasks to leading a team to make a difference.

• Provide leadership to colleagues within the team and support the Service Manager in the daily management & running of the service.
• Help the people we support to engage in meaningful opportunities and activities – empowering them to enjoy a great life filled with amazing experiences.
• Manage, deliver & lead high-quality care as part of the team using a person centred approach.
• Get involved in the community, support during leisure and social activities, and celebrate special occasions.
• Communicate appropriately, considering individual communication needs, and helping people to communicate effectively with others, too.

Your Service

Welcome to 'The Beehive'. A supported living service nestled in the heart of Chelmsford with 8 brand new self-contained flats, all with their own lounge, kitchen area, bedroom and bathroom. Close to Chelmsford city centre, there's easy public transport services right on our doorstep, perfect for exciting days out exploring the city, and for trying new hobbies and activities.

Your Values

You will already have experience in the social care sector (Senior Support Worker, Team Leader or Senior Care Assistant) but your values are most important to us. Values influence every interaction between our colleagues and the people we support. They are a promise that:

• We will always act with kindness.
• Stay committed to the people who rely on us.
• Embrace creativity in the way we work and grow.

Next Steps

• Once you’ve applied our dedicated in-house recruitment team will call to share more about the role.
• The next step will be an interview in the service, where you’ll meet the team and the people we support.
• If successful, we’ll organise your Free DBS Check and references prior to confirming your start date.
• Your journey will then begin with a 3-day online induction, before heading to the service to get started.

At Consensus, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, colour, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Join us at Consensus Support Services, where your unique perspective is valued, and every individual has the opportunity to succeed.