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Deputy Manager
Department: Senior Management and Leadership
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Life Works House
Compensation: £30,000 / year
Description
Priory 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.
It is home to Flourish – our pioneering therapy-led addiction programme – offering bespoke treatment for a wide range of addictions in a calm, homely environment. Set within a supportive community, Life Works House provides a safe haven away from the stresses of daily life, forming part of our wider network of residential addiction treatment homes across the UK.
It is home to Flourish – our pioneering therapy-led addiction programme – offering bespoke treatment for a wide range of addictions in a calm, homely environment. Set within a supportive community, Life Works House provides a safe haven away from the stresses of daily life, forming part of our wider network of residential addiction treatment homes across the UK.
Delivered by qualified therapists in a non-medical setting, Flourish offers an alternative to traditional hospital-based treatment. It’s ideal for people who don’t need a medical detox or ongoing medical care but would benefit from structured therapy, community connection, and practical tools to achieve meaningful, sustainable recovery.
What you'll be doing
You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. 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.
- 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.
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
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 [email protected]
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 [email protected]
What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at Priory 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
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.