Assistant Manager (Cheddle Lodge)

We’re Supportability 

Since 1953 we have been supporting children, young people and adults with a wide range of complex learning and physical disabilities. Our aim is to enable those with a learning and physical disability to live a fulfilled and independent life. 

How do we help? 

Put simply – we ‘Support’. We’re passionate about providing quality support services that enable those with complex learning and physical disabilities to access and use their inherent capabilities. Supportability enables those with a learning and physical disability to enjoy and take part in everyday life experiences. 

Our Vision 

Where people with a learning and/or physical disability are present and active participants in their local community and have the opportunity to live fulfilled lives. 

Our Mission 

To stand alongside the people we support, providing them with the skills, opportunities and confidence to participate as they would choose in the life of their communities. 

What we value; 

Opportunity – where people thrive through choice. 

Inclusive – Respecting and championing our differences. 

Caring – Caring for each other in a way that we would wish to be cared for. 

Wellbeing – Create meaningful relationships and have good support networks. 

We’re looking for an Assistant Manager to join Cheddle Lodge. 

We’re looking for a dedicated Assistant Manager to help lead our team and ensure the highest standards of care and compliance. 

🔑 Key Responsibilities 

• Support the Residential Manager in day-to-day operations 

• Lead and motivate staff to deliver exceptional care 

• Ensure compliance with CQC and other regulatory standards 

• Oversee care planning and resident wellbeing 

• Manage staff recruitment, training, and supervision 

• Participate in the on-call rota 

🎓 Person Specification 

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Health & Social Care / Residential care (learning disability focus). 

• Level 4 qualification in Health & Social Care (or willingness to train). 

• Experience managing staff and safeguarding processes, ideally within a residential setting. 

• Strong knowledge of CQC standards and person-centred planning. 

• Valid UK driving licence and access to a business-insured vehicle. 

💼 Why Work With Us? 

• 30 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) 

• Company sick pay and maternity/paternity packages 

• Health Shield benefits (GP Anytime, Health Cash Plan) 

• Pension scheme via Now Pensions 

• Employee Assistance Programme 
• Supportability Rewards Programme – including raffles, gift hampers, and more! 

A copy of the job description is available here Assistant Manager (Cheddle Lodge) JD

Hours: 35 per week
Salary: £16.16 per hour (Point 28–31)
Closing Date: 28/08/25