Hays Specialist Recruitment • London, London KT3 4HE
About this role
Your new company
You'll be joining a respected supported accommodation service in Kingston and New Malden, delivered on behalf of a local authority. The service provides 24/7 housing and support for young people aged 16-25, including care leavers and unaccompanied asylum seekers, across two well‑established sites.
Your new role
As Deputy Supported Accommodation Manager, you'll support and deputise for the Service Manager, ensuring safe, high‑quality provision for young people with complex needs. You'll oversee day‑to‑day operations, lead on safeguarding when required, supervise Night Support Workers, manage rotas, respond to incidents and maintain strong professional relationships.You'll also support service continuity during planned refurbishment works. Your rota includes three late shifts (2pm-10pm, Mon to Wed), two early shifts (8am-4pm, Thurs&Fri) and participation in the on‑call manager rota.
What you'll need to succeed
Experience working with vulnerable young people in an Ofsted‑regulated settingLevel 3 qualification in a relevant disciplineStrong safeguarding knowledge and confidence making decisions on‑shift and on‑callExperience supervising staff and managing performanceExcellent organisational, administrative and time‑management skillsAbility to work early and late shifts and cover absencesStrong communication skills and a solution‑focused approachConfident use of ICT (Google or Microsoft packages)
What you'll get in return
Salary of £41,133 p.a. (pro rata)29 days annual leave (pro rata)A six‑month appointment with real impactThe opportunity to support young people with complex needs to achieve independenceLeadership responsibility within a committed, supportive teamExperience in a dynamic, 24/7 supported accommodation environment
What you need to do now
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