Assistant Manager

Harrogate & Knaresborough
£14.22 per hour

Are you an experienced care professional ready to step into a leadership role? We are looking for a passionate and values-driven Assistant Manager to support the Service Manager in leading three services and delivering high-quality, person-centred support.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you will mentor teams, support compliance, oversee day-to-day operations and help drive continuous improvement — all while ensuring the people we support live extraordinary lives.

What We Offer

• Clear career pathways and development opportunities

• Up to 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)

• Fully funded recognised qualifications

• Blue Light Scheme & rewards platform access

• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

• Pension scheme

The Role

As Assistant Manager, you will:

• Support compliance with regulatory and contract requirements

• Coach and mentor colleagues on shift

• Assist with care planning and risk assessments

• Promote active support, inclusion and community engagement

• Support rota management and staffing resources

• Build strong partnerships with families and professionals

• Champion a digital-first approach and continuous improvement

About You

• NVQ Level 2 (willing to work towards Level 3)

• Experience supporting people with disabilities and/or autism

• Knowledge of social care regulations

• Strong organisational and leadership skills

• Confident with IT systems and data

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential)

Shift Pattern: Days, nights, sleep-ins and every other weekend as part of a 24/7 service.

If you''re ready to take the next step in your care career and lead with integrity, inclusion and purpose — we''d love to hear from you.

We recognise the importance of recruiting skilled, compassionate, and reliable staff, whilst demonstrating in practice our commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk. Please be aware it''s a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that particular group such as adults or children. Please note any successful job offer will be conditional based on pre-employment checks such as DBS and referencing prior to a start date agreed. The Wilf Ward Family Trust has a clear commitment to safeguarding within all practices, for more information on criminal discloses you can visit Check if you need to tell someone about your criminal record: When you need to tell someone about your criminal record

Founded in 1986, The Wilf Ward Family Trust is dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities. We empower them to lead fulfilling lives and embrace innovation to stay at the forefront of social care. Join us on our journey towards equality and a brighter future. Welcome to the Wilf Ward Family Trust.