Assistant Support Manager

Are you looking to take the next step on your journey to becoming a Registered Manager in the care sector? If so, we have an excellent opportunity that will give you the skills and training you need to develop while working in our Village on City Road in Chester.

Hours are 37.5 hours per week with a salary of £40,850.

This role will close on 3rd September 2026

This is a fixed-term 12-month contract, offering a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable leadership experience and further your career within the care sector.

We are looking for an Assistant Support Manager who can support, develop and lead our team of Lead Seniors whilst assisting the Registered Support Manager to ensure we work to the high standards and visionary values of the business.

As our Assistant Support Manager, you will be:

• Compassionate, with the expertise to motivate and inspire others and be highly organised with sound decision-making skills.
• A leader, building and developing the Lead Senior Support teams to ensure we provide an excellent service for older people living in our village.
• Responsible for ensuring that all household customers receive the care, support and lifestyle choices that have been identified and agreed within their Life Plan.

A Level 5 qualification in Care Management, or working towards one, is desirable for this role.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can belong. We offer a range of family-friendly and inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, engagement forums, facilities and services to support colleagues from different backgrounds.

Benefits

Our benefits include:

• Paid DBS*
• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• TOIL
• Competitive salary
• Medi cash
• Sick Pay*
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Death in Service payment to a beneficiary of your choosing
• Paid induction and paid training on site for personal development according to role
• Access to on-site gym
• Subsidised meals in our Bistro
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme, including:
• Confidential counselling
• Mental health support
• Financial support
• Full PPE and LFT & PCR tests provided on site
• Career progression opportunities
• Auto-enrolment pension and additional pension contributions up to 8% with company match payments
• Free Wi-Fi

*DBS and sick pay are subject to our terms and conditions.

About the Contract

This role is offered on a fixed-term basis for 12 months and provides an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their management experience within a supportive and rewarding care environment